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Dissolved oxygen in wate is very important for aquatic life. What process are responsible for the reduction of dissolved oxygen in water ?

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The following are the sources of dissolved oxygen in water
(i) Photosynthesis by aquatic plants
(ii) Due to directly contact of the water surface with air i.e., natural aeration
(iii) Mechanical aeration.
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