Environmentalmedium · Past Paper
What does 'catalytic converter' do in a car?
AIt increases fuel efficiency
BIt converts harmful gases like CO into CO2
CIt makes the engine run faster
DIt cools down the engine
✓ Correct Answer: B — It converts harmful gases like CO into CO2
Catalytic converters facilitate redox reactions to turn toxic CO and NOx into less harmful CO2 and Nitrogen.
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