A river with a very high BOD value is likely to be:
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Correct answer: Highly polluted and oxygen-depleted from organic waste
High BOD indicates that a large amount of organic matter is present, requiring significant oxygen for decomposition. This status is characteristic of highly polluted water bodies where dissolved oxygen levels are typically very low.
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