The 16 and 18 electron rule in organometallic chemistry and homogeneous catalysis

Правило 16 и 18 электронов в органометаллической химии и гомогенном каталозе
C. A. TOLMAN
1972-01-01

16 and 18 electron rulehomogeneous catalysisorganometallic chemistry
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It highlights the practical importance of understanding electron-counting rules for predicting stability and reactivity of organometallic complexes used in catalysis.
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It identifies how deviations from the 18-electron rule, particularly 16-electron species, are common and critically influence catalytic activity.
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The paper examines the 16- and 18-electron rules as fundamental principles governing organometallic chemistry and homogeneous catalysis.
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The review discusses mechanistic implications of electron counts for ligand coordination, reaction pathways, and catalyst design.

Organometallic complexes relevant to homogeneous catalysis

Application and implications of the 16- and 18-electron rules for electronic structure, stability, and reactivity in organometallic chemistry and homogeneous catalysis

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