Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) at Chemical Glossary
What is it? the quantity of oxygen used in the biochemical oxidation of organic matter in a specified time, at a specified temperature, and under specified conditions; standard test used in assessing wastewater biological oxygen demand.Chemistry Definition Added By: Sam
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