In a catalytic converter, what are the catalysts?

Q. Catalytic converters having expensive metals as catalysts have

Q. Read the following statements (A - D) related to catalytic converters and select the correct option stating true (T) or false (F).

A. Catalysts found in catalytic converters are expensive metals.
B. Two types of catalysts found in catalytic converters are platinum-palladium and platinum – rhodium.
C. Toxic byproducts undergo ionization reactions to convert into non hazardous substances.
D. Non hazardous carbon monoxide, nitrogen gas and water is released from the vehicle.

Q. What is the function of a catalytic converter?

Q. Assertion :Through the use of catalytic converters, unburnt hydrocarbons are changed into carbon monoxide which in turn is changed into nitrogen oxides and water. Reason: Motor vehicles equipped with catalytic converters should use leaded petrol to protect the catalyst from degradation.