What is $BOD$?

  • A
    The amount of oxygen that would be consumed if all the organic matter in one liter of water were oxidized by bacteria.
  • B
    The measurement of total oxygen present in water.
  • C
    The amount of oxygen consumed by bacteria to oxidize all the carbohydrates in one liter of water.
  • D
    The amount of oxygen consumed by bacteria to oxidize all the organic matter in one liter of water and the measurement of total oxygen in water.

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