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Chem 154 Organometallic Chemistry
9 units (3-0-6); second, third terms

Prerequisite: Ch 112 or equivalent. A general discussion of the reaction mechanisms and the synthetic and catalytic uses of transition metal organometallic compounds. Second term: a survey of the elementary reactions and methods for investigating reaction mechanisms. Third term: contemporary topics in inorganic and organometallic synthesis, structure and bonding, and applications in catalysis. Third term not offered in 2007-2008. Instructor: Labinger.