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organometallic compound

organometallic compound

8.2
A chemical with a metal atom attached to a carbon-based group
  • noun
  • /ˌɔrɡənəˈmɛtəlɪk ˈkɑmpaʊnd/
  • Specialized
translation icon : compuesto organometálico
  • Many organometallic compounds are used in catalysis.

Examples

  • The unique properties of each organometallic compound depend on the metal and the organic groups involved.

  • Research in catalysis often focuses on the synthesis of new organometallic compounds.

  • Ferrocene is a classic example of an organometallic compound featuring iron bonded between two cyclopentadienyl rings.

  • An organometallic compound contains a metal bonded to carbon.

  • An organometallic compound like methyl lithium is often used in organic synthesis for its strong reactivity.

  • Researchers are studying the properties of an organometallic compound that contains a direct bond between carbon and iron.

  • These organometallic compounds have shown great potential in catalyzing various chemical reactions in laboratories.

Synonyms

organometallic
vsorganometallic compound
  • Specialized
9.0

A chemical that has a metal atom joined directly to a carbon atom in an organic part

is the full technical phrase used instead of the shorter form

Surface Forms

organometallic compound singular
organometallic compounds plural

Morphology

organometallic + compound

The phrase is a straightforward adjective + noun: 'organometallic' specifies having metal–carbon bonds and 'compound' denotes a chemical substance, so the meaning "a compound containing metal–carbon bonds" is directly derivable from the parts. Although technical vocabulary, the compositional structure and transparent morphemes (organo-, metal) follow regular English formation, making it predictable for learners who know the constituent words.

Etymology

The term organometallic compound joins organic, meaning carbon-containing groups, and metal. Imagine a metal atom 'holding hands' with a carbon group. Because they are directly connected, the name means a molecule where a 'metal' is joined to a 'carbon' part.