Organometallic compound

Definition

An organometallic compound is a substance that contains a bond between a carbon atom of an organic molecule and a metal. These compounds are critical in various chemical reactions, including those used to form new carbon-carbon bonds.

Related terms

Alkyl Halide:

A compound containing a halogen atom directly bonded to an aliphatic carbon atom.

Grignard Reagent:

A type of organometallic compound formed by reacting an alkyl or aryl halide with magnesium metal in dry ether, used widely in organic synthesis.

Carbon:

Carbon Bond Formation - A fundamental goal in organic synthesis involving the creation of new carbon-carbon bonds between molecules or molecular fragments