The Microbial Oxygen-Consuming Capacity of a Water Sample is Called

Question

The microbial oxygen-consuming capacity of a water sample is called its
A) chemical oxygen demand.
B) biochemical capacity.
C) biochemical oxygen demand.
D) chemical capacity.

Accepted Answer

The term "biochemical oxygen demand" refers to the amount of oxygen that microorganisms require to consume organic matter in water. This is a measure of the water's ability to support aquatic life.