Catalyst, Stereospecific

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Catalyst, Stereospecific
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An organometallic catalyst that permits control of the molecular geometry of polymeric molecules. Examples are Ziegler and Natta catalysts derived from a transition metal halide and a metal alkyl or similar substances. There are many patented catalysts of this general type, most of them developed in connection with the production of polypropylene, polyethylene, or other polyolefins.See Polymer, Stereospecific; Natta Catalyst; Ziegler Catalyst.