Question

In vehicles, catalytic converters are used

(a) to increase mileage of vehicles

(b) to convert CO₂ into carbonates

(c) to increase the efficiency of lead mixed petrol

(d) to convert CO to CO₂.

Answer 1

Correct option (d) to convert CO to CO₂.

Explanation :

Catalytic converters have platinum-palladium and rhodium metals as catalyst. It converts more harmful carbon monoxide and unburnt hydrocarbons into less harmful carbon dioxide and water.