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What is the importance of measuring the BOD of a water body?

Options

  1. AMeasuring BOD helps in assessing the temperature of the water.
  2. BBOD measurement indicates the concentration of dissolved oxygen in the water.
  3. CBOD measurement helps determine the pH of the water.
  4. DBOD is the measure of the level of pollution caused by organic biodegradable material. Low value of BOD indica

Correct answer

D. BOD is the measure of the level of pollution caused by organic biodegradable material. Low value of BOD indica

Step-by-step solution

Correct Option is : (D) BOD is the measure of the level of pollution caused by organic biodegradable material. Low value of BOD indicates that water contains less organic matter.

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