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Autocatalyst

Also called catalytic converter, three-way catalyst, diesel oxidation catalyst

A catalytic converter in vehicle exhaust that uses platinum-group metals to turn pollutants into less harmful gases. Three-way catalysts treat gasoline exhaust; oxidation catalysts treat diesel exhaust.

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