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What is BOD ?

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BOD ( Biochemical Oxygen Demand ) is the amount of oxygen required by the microorganisms in milligram to breakdown the organic matter in water. Polluted water increases the BOD value of water. Also, high BOD causes death of aquatic organisms.
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