Informatics Practices
E-waste is harmful to the environment and human health if not properly treated or disposed of, therefore they must be handled with care. What are the health hazard which can be caused by E-waste ?
- Lung cancer
- DNA damage
- Brain damage
- All of the above
Computing Safety & Ethics
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All of the above
Reason — E-waste contains hazardous substances such as lead, mercury, cadmium, arsenic etc. Improper handling or disposal of e-waste can release these toxic substances into the environment, leading to various health hazards including lung cancer, DNA damage, and brain damage.
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