A compound used in the treatment of manic depression has the formula Li₂CO₃. Which of the following is the correct name for this compound?

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The compound contains the elements lithium (Li), sulfur (S), boron (B), carbon (C), and oxygen (O), and the subscript numbers indicate the number of atoms of each element in the compound. The formula Li2CO3 represents lithium carbonate, which matches the formula in the question. Therefore, choice C, lithium carbonate, is the correct name for this compound. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect or do not exist.

A Compound Used in the Treatment of Manic Depression Has