Phosphine ligands play a crucial role in catalysis for several reasons: - Electronic Properties: They can donate electron density to the metal center, stabilizing various oxidation states. - Steric Properties: The size and shape of phosphine ligands can be tailored to influence the spatial environment around the metal center, affecting the selectivity of the reaction. - Versatility: Phosphine ligands can be modified easily to tune their electronic and steric properties, making them highly versatile in catalytic applications.
