MSE PRO Catalysts and Ligands

Catalysts and ligands are a class of reagents that participate in reactions and play a crucial role in promoting the efficient progress of these reactions. Catalysts work by lowering the activation energy required for the reaction, thereby increasing the reaction rate without being consumed in the process. Ligands, on the other hand, are molecules that bind to a central metal atom or ion, forming a coordination complex that can significantly influence the reactivity and selectivity of the catalyst. Together, catalysts and ligands are essential in many chemical processes, enabling reactions to proceed under milder conditions and with higher yields and selectivity, making them invaluable in both industrial and laboratory settings.