Understanding E-Waste and Its Effects

What is e-waste?

• E-waste refers to biodegradable materials.

• E-waste is discarded electrical or electronic devices.

• E-waste is a form of traditional waste management.

• E-waste is a type of renewable energy.

How does e-waste recycling help the environment?

• E-waste recycling promotes the use of non-renewable materials.

• E-waste recycling increases energy consumption and waste production.

• E-waste recycling has no impact on resource conservation.

• E-waste recycling reduces landfill waste and pollution, conserves resources, and promotes material reuse.

What harmful substances are often found in e-waste?

• Plastic, aluminum, copper

• Glass, rubber, paper

• Silicon, iron, zinc

• Lead, mercury, cadmium, brominated flame retardants

What is one health risk associated with improper e-waste disposal?

• Improved air quality from proper disposal methods.

• Exposure to toxic substances from e-waste.

• Enhanced data security through e-waste recycling.

• Increased energy efficiency from recycling e-waste.

How can e-waste affect water sources?

• E-waste can improve water quality by filtering pollutants.

• E-waste can leach toxic substances into water sources, contaminating them.

• E-waste has no impact on water sources whatsoever.

• E-waste can enhance aquatic life by providing nutrients.

Name a benefit of donating old electronics instead of throwing them away.

• It is more expensive than buying new electronics.

• It reduces electronic waste and benefits others.

• It increases electronic waste and harms the environment.

• It provides no benefits to anyone.

How does e-waste contribute to air pollution?

• E-waste has no impact on air quality.

• E-waste only affects water pollution, not air pollution.

• E-waste contributes to air pollution by releasing hazardous materials into the air when incinerated or improperly disposed of.

• E-waste improves air quality by recycling materials.

What are some ways to reduce e-waste at home?

• Throw it in the trash

• Store it in the attic

• Recycle, donate, repair, buy refurbished, and choose energy-efficient products.

• Use it as a decoration

How can e-waste recycling create job opportunities?

• E-waste recycling reduces the need for skilled labor.

• E-waste recycling eliminates all job opportunities in the tech industry.

• E-waste recycling creates jobs in collection, processing, and management of recycling facilities.

• E-waste recycling only benefits large corporations.

What are the long-term effects of e-waste on human health?

• E-waste exposure improves cognitive function.

• Long-term exposure to e-waste can cause neurological damage, respiratory issues, and increased cancer risk.

• E-waste only affects the environment, not human health.

• E-waste has no impact on human health.