A catalytic converter is a device that uses a catalyst to convert three harmful compounds in car exhaust into harmless compounds. The three harmful compounds are: 1  Hydrocarbons (in the form of unburned gasoline). 2  Carbon monoxide (formed by the combustion of gasoline).
Best Answer: What broke up the Beatles was Paul's public announcement on April 10th, 1970, that the Beatles would never work together again. John Lennon - 1970â1980: Solo career. Died: 8 December 1980 (aged 40) Studio albums. 1. John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band (1970) - UK #8, US #6 RIAA: Gold.
Paul McCartney met John Lennon at the Woolton fete on 6 July 1957, between performances by The Quarrymen. They became friends and began writing and performing songs together. McCartney later persuaded Lennon to allow George Harrison into the band as lead guitarist in 1958.