Organometallic Chemistry and Catalysis
Study of organometallic compounds, the 18-electron rule, and their role in homogeneous catalysis. Students will examine catalytic cycles such as the Heck reaction or Wilkinson's hydrogenation.
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Study of organometallic compounds, the 18-electron rule, and their role in homogeneous catalysis. Students will examine catalytic cycles such as the Heck reaction or Wilkinson's hydrogenation.
Key Questions
- How does the 18-electron rule help predict the stability of organometallic complexes?
- What are the fundamental steps in a homogeneous catalytic cycle?
- How do transition metal catalysts improve the sustainability of chemical processes?
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