How Do Nitrogen-Based Ligands Affect Catalytic Activity?
Nitrogen ligands affect catalytic activity through their ability to donate electron density to the metal center, thereby altering its oxidation state and electronic configuration. This can enhance the metal's ability to participate in redox reactions, facilitate [substrate activation](), and improve the overall efficiency of the catalytic cycle. Additionally, the steric properties of these ligands can dictate the spatial arrangement around the metal, influencing the [selectivity]() of the reaction.
