Which of the Following Is Least Likely to Raise the Biochemical

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is least likely to raise the biochemical oxygen demand?

• A) nitrate
• B) phosphate
• C) sulfate
• D) iron
• E) organic fertilizer

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