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Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) value can be a measure of water pollution caused by the organic matter. Which of the following statements is correct ?
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) value can be a measure of water pollution caused by the organic matter. Which of the following statements is correct ?
Updated On: Aug 14, 2024
- Aerobic bacteria decrease the BOD value
- Anaerobic bacteria increase the BOD value
- Clean water has BOD value higher than 10 ppm
- Polluted water has BOD value higher than 10 ppm
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The Correct Option is D
Solution and Explanation
Polluted water has BOD value higher than 10 ppm Clean water has less than 5 ppm.
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