E-Waste Quiz
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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?

  • Mobile phones
  • Plastic bottles (correct)
  • Televisions
  • Medical devices
  • 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?

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    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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    Test your knowledge about electronic waste (e-waste) with this quiz. Explore the various types of devices that contribute to this rapidly increasing waste stream and gain insights into the challenges and environmental impact associated with managing e-waste.

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