Explain the formation of nitrogen oxides in car engines and describe their removal through catalytic converters, exemplified by the reaction of carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxides.

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Explain the formation of nitrogen oxides in car engines and describe their removal through catalytic converters, exemplified by the reaction of carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxides

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