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If BOD of a lake is high it means ______.

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If BOD of a lake is high it means ______.

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  • lake does not have decomposers

  • lake does not get enough light

  • lake is polluted

  • lake is not polluted

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Solution

If BOD of a lake is high it means lake is polluted.

Explanation:

High biochemical oxygen demand indicates that decomposers require much oxygen to break down organic waste, which is a sign of pollution. It does not mean decomposers are absent or that the lake is clean.

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Chapter 20: Environmental Issues - EXERCISES [Page 1152]

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Sarita Aggarwal Biology [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 20 Environmental Issues
EXERCISES | Q I. 14. | Page 1152
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