Organometallics

Organometallics are chemical compounds that contain at least one bond between a carbon atom and a metal. These metals can be from various groups in the periodic table, often including transition metals. Organometallic compounds are significant in both industrial processes and research, serving as catalysts in chemical reactions and as materials in pharmaceuticals and polymers. Their unique properties allow them to facilitate reactions that classical organic molecules cannot, making them essential tools in modern chemistry. Understanding organometallics helps scientists develop new materials and improve existing chemical processes.