At 298 K, the value of \( -\frac{d[Br^-]}{dt} \) for the reaction \[ 5Br^- (aq) + BrO_3^- (aq) + 6H^+ (aq) \rightarrow 3Br_2 (aq) + 3H_2O (l) \] is \( x \) mol \( L^{-1} \) min\(^{-1}\). What is the rate (in mol \( L^{-1} \) min\(^{-1}\)) of this reaction?
A metal catalyst (X) is used in the catalytic converter of automobiles. This prevents the release of gas Y into the atmosphere. What are X and Y respectively?