Cationic Bismuth Compounds in Catalysis
摘要
This chapter delves into the emerging role of bismuth cations as catalysts in various chemical reactions, highlighting their unique properties and versatility. Bismuth, a heavy metal with low toxicity, has garnered attention for its effective catalytic performance, particularly in organic transformations. This work is a comprehensive compilation of bismuth monocations and dications reported to date, detailing their synthesis, catalytic activity, substrate scope, limitations and mechanistic perspective.