Question
Describe the various sources of electronic wastes and the problems associated with their disposal
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Discarded computers and other electronic items comprise electronic waste. E-waste contains various metals; like copper, iron, nickel, gold, silver, etc. and plastic.
Sources of E-waste: Computers, printers, scanners, webcam, mobile phones, music players, e-reader, etc.
Others Sources of E-Waste
Any appliance that runs on electricity has the potential to cause damage to the environment if it is not disposed properly. Common things of electrical and electronic waste are:
- Large household appliances like refrigerators/freezers, washing machines, dishwashers, televisions.
- Small household appliances which include toasters, coffee makers, irons, hairdryers.
- Information Technology (IT) and Telecommunications equipment namely personal computers, telephones, mobile phones, laptops, printers, scanners, photocopiers etc.
- Lighting equipment such as fluorescent lamps.
- Electronic or Electrical tools i.e. handheld drills, saws, screwdrivers etc.
- Toys, leisure and sports equipment.
- Monitoring and control instruments.
- Automatic dispensers.
Problems associated with the disposal of e-waste:
- Dumping of e-waste will result in accumulation ________ ___ _________ _____ ____ _________ _______ ______ ______ ________.
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