A. Chemical oxygen demand (COD) is a measure of chemically oxidisable organic matter present
in water
B. COD is determined by oxidising the organic matter present in water with potassium
dichromate in cone, sulphuric acid solution at boiling temperature for specified time
C. COD is related to BOD of a given waste in water but the relationship varies for different
wastes. Typically COD of potable water may be 1-2 mg/litre
D. All A., B. and C.
Correct Answer: D. All A., B. and C. ✔
Last Updated: March 11, 2019