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Microbes in Human Welfare: BOD MCQ

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BODMediumQuestion 14025

Question

Biochemical oxygen demand is an index of:

  1. A
    Organic pollution in water
    Correct
  2. B
    Leaf area
  3. C
    Blood pressure
  4. D
    Pollen viability

Correct answer

Organic pollution in water

Explanation

Higher BOD means more oxygen is needed by microbes to decompose waste.

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