Why is the safe management of e-waste necessary?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: To protect the environment and human health from hazardous substances
Discarded electronic equipment may contain hazardous substances and also valuable recoverable materials. Safe collection, data removal, authorised dismantling, and recycling reduce the risk of soil, water, and air contamination. Open burning and ordinary dumping can release harmful pollutants, while destroying metals wastes useful resources. Therefore, A is correct.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
To protect the environment and human health from hazardous substances
Why is this the correct answer?
Discarded electronic equipment may contain hazardous substances and also valuable recoverable materials. Safe collection, data removal, authorised dismantling, and recycling reduce the risk of soil, water, and air contamination. Open burning and ordinary dumping can release harmful pollutants, while destroying metals wastes useful resources. Therefore, A is correct.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Information Technology question. Chapter: Maintain Healthy Safe and Secure Working Environment. Topic: Health Safety and Security at Workplace.
