platinum is used as a catalyst to break down harmful gases in car exhaust into less harmful gases. Which statement best describe

Question

Scorpion4ik [409]

4 years ago

14

platinum is used as a catalyst to break down harmful gases in car exhaust into less harmful gases. Which statement best describe

s platinum in this use

Chemistry

1 answer:

kicyunya [14] · Answer 1 · 2022-01-08T14:08:34+03:00

kicyunya [14]4 years ago

7 0

The platinum catalyst is intended for decrease the toxicity of combustion gases.
2CO + O₂ = CO₂
2NO = N₂ + O₂
2NO₂ = N₂ + 2O₂
But at the same time the carbon dioxide - greenhouse gas is formed.