NEET UG BIOLOGY MCQ: ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

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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.

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Correct option: D

If both Assertion and Reason are false

Option D (If both Assertion and Reason are false) is correct because catalytic converters change unburnt hydrocarbons into carbon dioxide and water, and leaded petrol damages the catalyst.

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