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BOD (biological oxygen demand) is

A

the quantity of oxygen demand consumed in the oxidation of organic and inorganic matter in water under favourable conditions

B

the quantity of oxygen consumed in the oxidation of organic matter in water under favourable condition

C

both (A) and (B)

D

none of the above

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