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Enhanced electron delocalization and mobility. Metals often have partially filled d-orbitals that can interact with the π-orbitals of the aromatic system. Aroma
by greenavocado 2y ago
Enhanced electron delocalization and mobility. Metals often have partially filled d-orbitals that can interact with the π-orbitals of the aromatic system. Aromatic systems already possess delocalized electrons in their π-orbitals. This delocalization allows for easier electron movement within the molecule. This helps with electron transfer in reactions when using catalysts and it is also useful for applications which benefit from improved conductivity.
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- exe34 2y agothank you! I vaguely remember some of those words from a-level chemistry. i do have some textbooks I've been meaning to go through.