Which outcome follows catalytic converter deactivation in automobiles?

💡 Explanation

Deactivation reduces the number of active sites, lowering activity because the rate of pollutant conversion decreases via surface adsorption, therefore regulated emissions increase rather than decreasing, in contrast to the desired function catalyst performs.

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