. Catalyst used in the catalytic converter employed in automobiles to convert CO into CO2 and for complete oxidation of un-burnt hydrocarbons is
(A) Nickel
(B) Cobalt
(C) Vanadium
(D) Platinum

1 Answer

Answer :

(D) Platinum

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