As compared to tap water the BOD of sewage polluted water shall be:
Correct answer: B. High
- A. Low
- B. High
- C. Same
- D. None of these
Explanation
Sewage contains abundant biodegradable organic matter, so microorganisms consume more oxygen while decomposing it and produce a high biochemical oxygen demand. Clean tap water normally has a much lower BOD.
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