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What is e-waste and why does it need special handling?
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Answer
E-waste is discarded electrical and electronic equipment such as computers, phones and televisions. It needs special handling because it contains lead, mercury, cadmium and brominated flame retardants, which poison soil and water if dumped and give off toxic fumes if burnt, while it also contains recoverable gold, copper and rare metals.
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Explanation
Informal recycling by burning cables exposes workers to serious harm.
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