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HAZARDOUS EFFECTS OF E-WASTE

Electronic waste (e-waste) has significant hazardous effects on the environment, including:

Contamination of soil and water: E-waste contains toxic chemicals such as lead, cadmium, and mercury that can leach into the soil and groundwater, contaminating the ecosystem.

Air pollution: Incineration of e-waste releases harmful gases into the atmosphere, such as dioxins, furans, and particulate matter, contributing to air pollution.

Health risks: The exposure to toxic chemicals present in e-waste can have serious health impacts on communities, particularly in countries where e-waste is often dismantled and recycled by hand.

Various elements presnet in

E-waste

  • Cadmium

A toxic heavy metal used in rechargeable batteries and in some plastic components.​

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  • Mercury

A toxic heavy metal used in LCD displays, fluorescent lighting, and batteries.​

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  • Lead

A toxic heavy metal commonly found in batteries, cathode-ray tubes (CRTs), and electronics components.

  • Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs)

 Chemical compounds used as insulators and coolants in electronic devices.

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  • Phthalates

Chemical compounds used to soften plastics and in electronic devices.

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