What benefit do we get by forming a thin layer of $Pt$ particles on the electrodes of a conductivity cell?

  • A
    It increases the surface area of the electrodes.
  • B
    It decreases the resistance of the cell.
  • C
    It prevents the corrosion of the electrodes.
  • D
    It makes the electrodes inert.

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