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It stops the car from emitting harmful gasses by the following reactions:

Carbon monoxide and nitrogen monoxide into carbon dioxide and nitrogen gas

Unburnt hydrocarbons into carbon dioxide and water

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Q: What is purpose of catalytic converter for cars?
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