A Catalytic Converter Increases the Amount of Carbon Dioxide Emitted

question 29

Multiple Choice

A catalytic converter increases the amount of carbon dioxide emitted by an automobile.Is this good news or bad news?

• A)bad news because carbon dioxide contributes to global warming
• B)good news because plants thrive on carbon dioxide
• C)bad news because the carbon dioxide contributes to acid rain
• D)good news because it means more noxious chemicals are not being emitted

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