In catalytic converters, which consequence results when thermal stress exceeds platinum-rhodium bond energy?

💡 Explanation

Reduced NOₓ conversion arises because bond breaking limits catalyst function. Catalyst metal sintering occurs via Ostwald ripening because surface energy overcomes bond energy, therefore impairing activity rather than alternative adsorptions, oxidations, or surface changes under normal operation.

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