What are Metallocenes and How do They Function in Catalysis?
[Metallocenes]() are a class of organometallic compounds consisting of metal centers sandwiched between aromatic rings, typically cyclopentadienyl anions. A well-known example is [ferrocene](). These structures are highly stable and offer unique electronic properties that are exploited in catalysis. Metallocenes are widely used in [polymerization]() reactions, where they serve as catalysts to produce polymers with precise molecular weights and structures.
