Catalytic Converter

Which of these is a pollution abatement technology found in cars?

• catalytic converter

• vapor recovery system

• scrubber

• electrostatic precipitator

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

Catalytic converters use __________ to convert some pollutants to less dangerous molecules

• high temperatures and chemical reactions

• low temperatures

• oxidation and reduction processes

• teeny tiny magic monkeys

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NGSS.HS-PS1-4

An air pollution prevention mechanism found in vehicles. 

• combustion chamber

• electrostatic precipitator

• scrubber

• catalytic converter

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

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Which of these is a pollution reducing technology found in cars?

• catalytic converter

• vapor recovery system

• scrubber

• electrostatic precipitator

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

How does a catalytic converter reduce NOx emissions to N2 and O2?

• By adding hydrogen to the exhaust gases

• By cooling the exhaust gases

• Through a reduction reaction in the reduction catalyst

• By filtering the exhaust gases

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

What two pollutants do catalytic converters help to neutralize before car exhaust is released?

• CO

• NO_x

• H₂O

• CO₂

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

NGSS.HS-PS1-2

What is the primary function of a catalytic converter in a vehicle?

• Reduce carbon monoxide emissions

• Increase fuel efficiency

• Enhance engine performance

• Decrease noise pollution

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

Which metals are commonly used as catalysts in catalytic converters?

• Iron and copper

• Platinum and palladium

• Gold and silver

• Nickel and zinc

How does a catalytic converter help in reducing hydrocarbon emissions?

• By oxidizing hydrocarbons into water and carbon dioxide

• By absorbing hydrocarbons

• By converting hydrocarbons into nitrogen gas

• By filtering hydrocarbons

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

What type of reaction occurs in a catalytic converter to reduce nitrogen oxides?

• Oxidation

• Reduction

• Neutralization

• Precipitation