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Definition of BOD

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Define BOD. What is its significance in an aquatic ecosystem?

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BOD stands for Biological Oxygen Demand. It is the amount of dissolved oxygen required by aerobic organisms to break down organic material present in the water. It indicates the amount of organic pollution present in an aquatic ecosystem. It is also used in wastewater treatment to decompose organic wastes by aerobic organisms.

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