How does Catalytic Converters work?
What is a catalytic converter?
A catalytic converter is a emissions control device that converts toxic gases and pollutants in exhaust gases into less harmful pollutants by catalyzing a redox reaction.
How does a catalytic converter work?
Catalytic converters work by using precious metals like platinum, palladium, and rhodium as catalysts to convert carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), and oxides of nitrogen (NOx) into carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen (N2), and water vapor (H2O).