2007-03-18 09:49:11 · 4 answers · asked by --~-_.*._-~-- 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
Yes, eventually it will.
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2007-03-18 09:53:38 · answer #1 · answered by S1LK 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, but not because the platinum in the converter gets used up - the platinum is a catalyst and is not part of the chemical reaction of burning gasoline - the catalytic converter can rust through and need to be replaced - if it is replaced, the old one is sent out so that the platinum in it can be recovered
2007-03-18 10:00:57 · answer #2 · answered by chem geek 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you mean, can it wear out, then yes.
2007-03-18 09:55:11 · answer #3 · answered by charliecizarny 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, and its expensive.
2007-03-18 09:56:06 · answer #4 · answered by Mighty C 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋