Organometallic chemistry

Organometallic chemistry studies compounds containing both metal atoms and organic groups (carbon-based). These compounds serve as important catalysts in industries like pharmaceuticals, plastics, and fuels, facilitating chemical reactions more efficiently. They often involve metals like titanium, nickel, or palladium bonded to organic molecules, enabling transformations that would be difficult or slow otherwise. Understanding how these metal-organic interactions work helps chemists design better catalysts and materials, advancing technology and sustainable processes. This field bridges inorganic and organic chemistry, providing insights into bonding, reactivity, and applications of complex chemical systems.