Answer to Question #187339 in Physical Chemistry for Mahi

Question

what are the advantages and disadvantages of catalysis by transition metal compounds?

Answer 1

Less energy used Reusable Lowers production costs - can be used at low temps Required in small amounts.

Transition-metal-free reactions are often practical, as they are generally less sensitive to air and moisture. Also transition metals are associated with drawbacks such as cost, toxicity, need for non-commercial ligands and threshold values in pharmaceutical products.