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biochemical oxygen demand

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biochemical oxygen demand
n.
The amount of oxygen required by aerobic microorganisms to decompose the organic matter in a sample of water and used as a measure of the degree of water pollution. Also called biological oxygen demand.

biochemical oxygen demand
the amount of oxygen required in a specified period to decompose organic matter at a temperature of 68°F (20°C). Used to assess sewage effluent. Called also BOD.


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