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Which one of the following is not a bioindicator of water pollution?

  1. A
    Sludge-worms
  2. B
    Blood-worms
  3. C
    Stone flies
  4. D
    Sewage fungus

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Stone fly nymphs are highly sensitive to low oxygen levels and pollution. Their presence indicates clean, well-oxygenated water. Therefore, they are indicators of "unpolluted" water, whereas sludge-worms () and blood-worms indicate high organic pollution.

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Which one of the following is not a bioindicator of water pollution?
A
Sludge-worms
B
Blood-worms
C
Stone flies
D
Sewage fungus

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