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The B.O.D. (biochemical oxygen demand) test is used to assess the level of

1. air contamination
2. water contamination
3. sound pollution
4. soil contamination

Correct answer: water contamination

Solution

The B.O.D. test measures the amount of oxygen consumed by microorganisms in water as they decompose organic matter, making it a key indicator of water contamination levels.

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