A non-metal which is used for making electrode is:

diamond

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cadmium

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graphite

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tin

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Solution

The correct option is B graphite
In the case of graphite due to layer structure and weak Vander Waals force, it can conduct electricity. Due to this nature being non-metal graphite is used as an electrode.
Hence, option C is correct.

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