Chemistry 12 - Notes on Unit 1 - Reaction Kinetics

The Catalytic Converter. To reduce smog, NO must be converted to harmless N2 and O2. As well CO must be converted to CO2. A catalytic converter is has a convoluted surface providing a large surface area to hold the catalyst, which is palladium (Pd) and or platinum (Pt) and rhodium(Rh) surfaces. ................
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