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Over 2 million old PCs Ready for Disposal in India
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WHAT IS ELECTRONIC WASTE?
Electronic waste, "e-waste" or "Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment" ("WEEE") is a waste consisting of any broken or unwanted electrical or electronic appliance.
It is a point of concern considering that many components of such equipment are considered toxic and are not biodegradable.
SOURCES OF E-WASTE.
IT & Telecom Equipments
Large Household Appliances
Small Household Appliances
Consumer & Lighting Equipments
Electrical & Electronic Tools
Toys, Leisure & Sports Equipment
Medical Devices
Monitoring & Control Instruments
IS IT HAZARDOUS WASTE ?
E-Waste contains several different substances
and chemicals, many of which are toxic and are
likely to create adverse impact on environment
and health, if not handled properly. However,
classification of E-waste as hazardous or
otherwise shall depend upon the extent of
presence of hazardous constituents in it.
Effects On Human Health.
Damage to central and peripheral nervous systems, blood systems and kidney damage.
Affects brain development of children.
Chronic damage to the brain.
Respiratory and skin disorders due to bioaccumulation in fishes.
Asthmatic bronchitis.
DNA damage.
Reproductive and developmental problems.
Immune system damage.
Lung Cancer.
Damage to heart, liver and spleen.