Find the Number of Electrons Li

To find the number of electrons in ${\displaystyle \text{lithium}}$, first locate the element on the periodic table. Next, find the atomic number which is located above the element\'s symbol. Since ${\displaystyle \text{lithium}}$\'s atomic number is ${\displaystyle 3}$, ${\displaystyle \mathrm{Li}}$ has ${\displaystyle 3}$ electrons.