In a polluted river, which of the following changes is observed at the point of sewage discharge?
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Correct answer: Sharp decline in dissolved oxygen and rise in BOD
At the point of sewage discharge, the influx of organic matter triggers rapid microbial activity, which consumes dissolved oxygen. Consequently, the BOD rises sharply while the dissolved oxygen levels drop, often leading to fish mortality.
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