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What is WEEE commonly known as?
What is WEEE commonly known as?
- Green waste
- Tech-trash
- Electronic discard
- E-waste (correct)
Which of the following is NOT considered a part of e-waste?
Which of the following is NOT considered a part of e-waste?
- Mobile phones
- Plastic bottles (correct)
- Televisions
- Medical devices
Why is it important to manage discarded electronic devices properly?
Why is it important to manage discarded electronic devices properly?
- To prevent environmental and health problems (correct)
- To increase the demand for new electronic devices
- To reduce the number of electronic devices
- To promote the use of hazardous materials
What can be achieved by improving the collection, treatment, and recycling of electrical and electronic equipment?
What can be achieved by improving the collection, treatment, and recycling of electrical and electronic equipment?
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What do modern electronics contain that can be recycled and re-used if managed effectively?
What do modern electronics contain that can be recycled and re-used if managed effectively?
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Study Notes
Electronic Waste (E-Waste)
- WEEE is commonly known as Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment.
Characteristics of E-Waste
- Not considered a part of e-waste: non-electronic devices.
Importance of E-Waste Management
- Proper management of discarded electronic devices is crucial to prevent environmental pollution and health risks.
Benefits of E-Waste Recycling
- Improving collection, treatment, and recycling of electrical and electronic equipment can achieve: reduction of pollution, conservation of natural resources, and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
Recyclable Materials in Electronics
- Modern electronics contain recyclable materials such as: copper, gold, silver, and other precious metals, which can be reused if managed effectively.
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