How Does Catalysis Influence Enantiomeric Selectivity?
Catalysis can significantly influence the production and selectivity of enantiomers through a process known as enantioselective catalysis or asymmetric catalysis. This involves the use of chiral catalysts that preferentially facilitate the formation of one enantiomer over the other. These catalysts can be chiral ligands, organocatalysts, or enzymes that create an asymmetric environment, promoting the selective formation of the desired enantiomer.
