Cross-coupling reactions

Cross-coupling reactions are chemical processes that join two different types of molecules together using a metal catalyst, often in organic chemistry. Imagine you have two puzzle pieces that fit together, but you need a special tool to connect them. In these reactions, the metal catalyst acts like that tool, facilitating the connection while allowing specific molecules, typically carbon-based, to bond. This method is important in creating complex molecules used in pharmaceuticals, materials, and dyes, enhancing efficiency and improving the ability to design new, effective compounds.