Cluster Compounds

Cluster compounds are molecules made up of a central metal atom surrounded by ligands, which can be atoms, molecules, or ions. In general, cluster compounds are of scientific interest because they are structurally complex and have interesting physical and chemical properties. They are used in a variety of fields, including catalysis and drug delivery, as well as material science, where they are utilized as magnetic, electronic, or optical materials. They are also essential to the development of new renewable energy sources, such as fuel cells.