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Which of the following cell reactions would require the use of an inert electrode?
1. Zn(s) + 2Fe³⁺(aq) → Zn²⁺(aq) + 2Fe²⁺ (aq)
2. Zn(s) + 2Ag⁺(aq) → Zn²⁺(aq) + 2Ag(s)
3. 3Cu(s) + 2Au³⁺(aq) → 3Cu²⁺ (aq) + 2Au(s)
4. Cl₂(g) + 2I⁻(aq) → 2Cl⁻(aq) + I₂(s)
A) 1 only
B) 1 and 3 only
C) 2 and 3 only
D) 1 and 4 only
E) 3 and 4 only
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