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Which of the following is formed from oxidation of organic matter in the presence of oxygen?

(a) NO3

(b) SO4

(c) H2S

(d) NH2

I have been asked this question in an internship interview.

My query is from Biological Characteristics of Waste Water in portion Wastewater Characteristics of Environmental Engineering

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Right option is (a) NO3

The explanation is: NO3 is formed due to the aerobic decomposition of nitrogenous organic matter.

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