The catalytic converter in an automobile changes harmful gases produced during fuel combustion to less harmful exhaust gases. Nitrogen dioxide (NO)) reacts with carbon monoxide to form nitrogen gas and carbon dioxide according to the reaction below. It takes approximately 20 minutes for 8
moles of nitrogen dioxide to react. This process uses the metal, platinum, as a catalyst in the reaction. Since the cost of this precious metal has
increased recently there have been many thefts of catalytic converters to recover the platinum. The added cost of the vehicle has certainly resulted in
cleaner emissions from tailpipes.
2NO2(g) + 4CO) - N2(0) + 4CO2(g) + 1198.4 KJ
Show the correct numerical set-up for determining the moles of CO2 produced when 8 moles of nitrogen dioxide are used. Then calculate your
answer