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ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES AND E-WASTE MANAGEMENT

MODULE 3

1. Which of the following is the primary cause of water pollution? a) Industrial discharge
b) Agriculture runoff
c) Domestic waste
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
2. Which of these chemicals is commonly found in polluted water and poses a threat to
aquatic life? a) Carbon monoxide
b) Nitrogen compounds
c) Chlorine
d) Sulfur dioxide
Answer: b) Nitrogen compounds
3. Which of the following is an effect of water pollution on human health? a) Respiratory
diseases
b) Waterborne diseases like cholera
c) Noise-induced stress
d) Skin diseases
Answer: b) Waterborne diseases like cholera
4. Which of the following is a preventive measure to reduce water pollution? a) Proper
waste disposal
b) Reducing industrial emissions
c) Afforestation
d) Avoiding the use of plastic bags
Answer: a) Proper waste disposal
5. Which of the following is a major source of water pollution?
a) Industrial effluents
b) Agricultural runoff
c) Household waste
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
6. Which chemical is commonly associated with water pollution from agricultural runoff?
a) Lead
b) Phosphates
c) Carbon dioxide
d) Nitrogen dioxide
Answer: b) Phosphates
7. The main impact of water pollution on aquatic life is:
a) Increased oxygen levels
b) Disruption of food chains
c) Decreased temperature
d) Increased fish reproduction
Answer: b) Disruption of food chains
8. Which of the following is a preventive measure for water pollution?
a) Planting trees
b) Use of organic fertilizers
c) Treating industrial effluents before discharge
d) Increasing industrial production
Answer: c) Treating industrial effluents before discharge
9. Which of the following diseases is commonly associated with water pollution?
a) Malaria
b) Cholera
c) Tuberculosis

d) Asthma

Answer: b) Cholera

10. What is the term used for the process of removing pollutants from water before it is
released into the environment?
a) Filtration
b) Sedimentation
c) Purification
d) Treating
Answer: c) Purification
11. Which of the following is not a water pollutant?
a) Heavy metals
b) Pesticides
c) Nitrogen oxides
d) Plastic waste
Answer: c) Nitrogen oxides
12. Eutrophication in water bodies can result from an excess of:
a) Oxygen
b) Heavy metals
c) Nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus
d) Pathogenic microorganisms
Answer: c) Nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus
13. The presence of which substance in water indicates the potential for waterborne diseases?
a) Carbon monoxide
b) Coliform bacteria
c) Nitrogen
d) Carbon dioxide
Answer: b) Coliform bacteria
14. The Clean Water Act was established to:
a) Regulate water use in agriculture
b) Monitor air pollution levels
c) Prevent water pollution in the U.S.
d) Control noise pollution
Answer: c) Prevent water pollution in the U.S

15. Which of the following gases is a major contributor to air pollution and can cause
respiratory problems? a) Oxygen
b) Nitrogen
c) Carbon dioxide
d) Sulfur dioxide
Answer: d) Sulfur dioxide
16. The primary source of indoor air pollution is: a) Vehicle emissions
b) Industrial factories
c) Burning of fuels like wood, coal, and kerosene
d) Deforestation
Answer: c) Burning of fuels like wood, coal, and kerosene
17. Which of the following is an effect of air pollution on public health? a) Increased risk of
cardiovascular diseases
b) Hearing loss
c) Skin allergies
d) Vision impairment
Answer: a) Increased risk of cardiovascular diseases
18. Which of the following is a preventive measure to control air pollution? a) Increasing the
use of fossil fuels
b) Promoting the use of electric vehicles
c) Reducing forest cover
d) Promoting industrialization in urban areas
Answer: b) Promoting the use of electric vehicles
19. Which of the following is a major source of air pollution in urban areas?

a) Volcanoes

b) Automobiles

c) Forest fires

d) Oceanic currents

Answer: b) Automobiles

20. The primary greenhouse gas emitted by vehicles is:

a) Carbon monoxide

b) Methane

c) Carbon dioxide

d) Nitrogen oxide
Answer: c) Carbon dioxide

21. Which of the following is a health effect of long-term exposure to air pollution?

a) Increased immunity

b) Respiratory diseases

c) Increased energy levels

d) Improved cardiovascular health

Answer: b) Respiratory diseases

22. Which of the following gases is primarily responsible for acid rain?

a) Oxygen

b) Nitrogen dioxide

c) Sulfur dioxide

d) Carbon dioxide

Answer: c) Sulfur dioxide

23. Which is a preventive measure for controlling air pollution?

a) Increasing industrial emissions

b) Planting more trees

c) Reducing automobile usage

d) Encouraging the use of plastic bags

Answer: c) Reducing automobile usage

24. Which of the following pollutants is released from industrial smokestacks?

a) Particulate matter

b) Ozone

c) Methane
d) Nitrogen oxides

Answer: a) Particulate matter

25. Which device helps reduce air pollution in motor vehicles?

a) Air filter

b) Catalytic converter

c) Windmill

d) Dust collector

Answer: b) Catalytic converter

26. Which of the following is a secondary pollutant in the atmosphere?

a) Carbon monoxide

b) Ozone

c) Nitrogen oxides

d) Sulfur dioxide

Answer: b) Ozone

27. Which health condition is directly linked to exposure to air pollutants such as
particulate matter?

a) Asthma

b) Diabetes

c) Skin cancer

d) Stroke

Answer: a) Asthma

28. The largest contributor to global warming is:

a) Methane

b) Nitrous oxide
c) Carbon dioxide

d) Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)

Answer: c) Carbon dioxide

29. Which of the following is a major source of noise pollution in urban areas? a) Road traffic
b) Construction activities
c) Industrial machinery
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above

30. Which of the following is a direct impact of long-term exposure to high levels of noise
pollution? a) Hearing loss
b) Liver damage
c) Increased risk of diabetes
d) Respiratory distress
Answer: a) Hearing loss

31. Which of the following is a common source of noise pollution in urban areas?

a) Construction sites

b) Traffic

c) Airports

d) All of the above

Answer: d) All of the above

32. Noise pollution is primarily measured in units of:

a) Decibels (dB)

b) Hertz (Hz)

c) Watts

d) Meters

Answer: a) Decibels (dB)


33. Which of the following is an effect of long-term exposure to high noise levels?

a) Improved hearing

b) Hearing loss

c) Enhanced mental focus

d) Increased bone density

Answer: b) Hearing loss

34. Which of the following can help reduce noise pollution in cities?

a) Planting trees along highways

b) Increasing traffic congestion

c) Installing soundproof barriers

d) Using louder vehicle horns

Answer: c) Installing soundproof barriers

35. Which of the following is a legal measure to control noise pollution?

a) Noise ordinances

b) Banning all automobiles

c) Encouraging louder music

d) Increasing factory output

Answer: a) Noise ordinances


MODULE 4
36. Which of the following is NOT a type of solid waste?

a) Household waste
b) Electronic waste
c) Liquid waste
d) Industrial waste
Answer: c) Liquid waste

37. What is the primary source of municipal solid waste (MSW)?

a) Industrial waste
b) Household and commercial waste
c) Agricultural waste
d) Hazardous waste
Answer: b) Household and commercial waste

38. Which of the following is a key function of Solid Waste Management (SWM)?

a) Collection
b) Transportation
c) Disposal
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above

39. What is the main objective of source segregation of waste?

a) To reduce waste generation


b) To separate biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste
c) To recycle more materials
d) To dispose waste in landfills
Answer: b) To separate biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste

40. Which of the following is considered a biodegradable waste?

a) Plastic
b) Paper
c) Glass
d) Metals
Answer: b) Paper
41. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of non-biodegradable waste?

a) It decomposes naturally
b) It remains in the environment for a long period
c) It is generally harmful to the environment
d) It can be recycled
Answer: a) It decomposes naturally

42. Which of the following is a method of disposal of solid waste?

a) Incineration
b) Composting
c) Landfilling
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above

43. What is the key feature of the 3R principle in waste management?

a) Reduce
b) Reuse
c) Recycle
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above

44. Which of the following is a common method for recycling waste? a) Open burning
b) Composting
c) Sorting and reprocessing
d) Landfilling
Answer: c) Sorting and reprocessing
45. Which of the following is a primary characteristic of hazardous waste? a) It poses a
potential threat to human health or the environment
b) It can be safely disposed of in regular landfills
c) It decomposes naturally
d) It is only produced in industrial areas
Answer: a) It poses a potential threat to human health or the environment
46. Which of the following is a primary objective of Solid Waste Management (SWM)?

A) Minimize waste generation


B) Reduce waste disposal
C) Reduce environmental pollution
D) All of the above

Answer: D) All of the above


47. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of solid waste?

A) Biodegradable
B) Recyclable
C) Non-toxic
D) Hazardous

Answer: C) Non-toxic

48. Which of the following is an example of biodegradable waste?

A) Plastic bags
B) Glass bottles
C) Fruit peels
D) Metal cans

Answer: C) Fruit peels

49. Which of the following is the primary source of municipal solid waste (MSW)?

A) Industrial waste
B) Household waste
C) Biomedical waste
D) Agricultural waste

Answer: B) Household waste

50. What is the primary function of a landfill in waste management?

A) To incinerate waste
B) To recycle waste materials
C) To store waste without further processing
D) To convert waste into energy

Answer: C) To store waste without further processing


51. What type of waste includes expired medicines, used syringes, and contaminated
bandages?

A) Industrial waste
B) E-waste
C) Biomedical waste
D) Hazardous waste

Answer: C) Biomedical waste

52. Which of the following is the key characteristic of biomedical waste?

A) It is non-biodegradable
B) It contains harmful pathogens
C) It can be easily recycled
D) It does not require special disposal methods

Answer: B) It contains harmful pathogens

53. Which of the following methods is most commonly used for the disposal of biomedical
waste?

A) Incineration
B) Landfilling
C) Composting
D) Recycling

Answer: A) Incineration

54. Which of the following materials is typically classified as hazardous waste?

A) Plastic bottles
B) Used tires
C) Electronic waste (e-waste)
D) Food waste

Answer: C) Electronic waste (e-waste)


55. What is the main concern in the management of biomedical waste?

A) Reducing waste generation


B) Preventing the spread of diseases
C) Recycling the waste
D) Converting waste into energy

Answer: B) Preventing the spread of diseases

56. Which functional element of Solid Waste Management (SWM) focuses on reducing the
amount of waste generated?

A) Waste collection
B) Waste reduction
C) Waste disposal
D) Waste recycling

Answer: B) Waste reduction

57. Which of the following is a primary source of industrial waste?

A) Household activities
B) Manufacturing processes
C) Medical procedures
D) Agricultural activities

Answer: B) Manufacturing processes

58. The practice of separating different types of waste at the source is called:

A) Recycling
B) Waste segregation
C) Incineration
D) Composting

Answer: B) Waste segregation


59. What is the characteristic of non-biodegradable waste?

A) It decomposes naturally in the environment


B) It requires special treatment or disposal methods
C) It can be easily composted
D) It is only generated by industrial activities

Answer: B) It requires special treatment or disposal methods

60. Which of the following elements of Solid Waste Management (SWM) involves the
collection, transport, and disposal of waste?

A) Waste treatment
B) Waste recycling
C) Waste handling
D) Waste disposal

Answer: D) Waste disposal

61. Which of the following is a common source of biomedical waste? a) Households


b) Hospitals and healthcare facilities
c) Industrial facilities
d) Agricultural fields
Answer: b) Hospitals and healthcare facilities
62. Which of the following is NOT classified as biomedical waste? a) Syringes
b) Blood-soaked bandages
c) Hospital linen contaminated with chemicals
d) Plastic bottles
Answer: d) Plastic bottles
63. What is the primary characteristic of biomedical waste? a) It is non-infectious and
harmless
b) It requires special handling and disposal due to its potential to cause infections
c) It can be disposed of in municipal landfills
d) It is generated primarily by households
Answer: b) It requires special handling and disposal due to its potential to cause
infections
64. What color coding is used for disposal of infectious biomedical waste in healthcare
facilities? a) Yellow
b) Red
c) Green
d) Blue
Answer: a) Yellow
65. Which of the following is an appropriate method for the disposal of biomedical waste? a)
Incineration
b) Recycling
c) Open burning
d) Burying in landfills
Answer: a) Incineration
66. What is one of the main hazards associated with improperly managed biomedical waste?
a) Air pollution
b) Spread of infectious diseases
c) Noise pollution
d) Soil erosion
Answer: b) Spread of infectious diseases
67. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of biomedical waste management? a)
Waste segregation
b) Regular audits and monitoring
c) Safe disposal through recycling
d) Proper documentation and record-keeping
Answer: c) Safe disposal through recycling
68. What should be done with used needles and syringes as per biomedical waste
management rules? a) Reuse after sterilization
b) Dispose of in puncture-proof containers
c) Incinerate along with regular waste
d) Throw them in household waste bins
Answer: b) Dispose of in puncture-proof containers
69. Which of the following is the main objective of the Solid Waste Management Rules,
2016? a) To increase industrial waste generation
b) To promote waste incineration in rural areas
c) To manage solid waste through proper segregation, collection, and disposal
d) To eliminate all forms of waste recycling
Answer: c) To manage solid waste through proper segregation, collection, and disposal
70. Under the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016, who is responsible for ensuring waste
segregation at the source? a) Government
b) Municipalities
c) Waste generators (households, commercial establishments)
d) Environmental NGOs
Answer: c) Waste generators (households, commercial establishments)
71. According to the Biomedical Waste Management Rules, 2016, which of the following
is the responsibility of healthcare facilities? a) Segregating waste at the point of
generation
b) Disposing biomedical waste in public dumps
c) Ignoring the color-coding for waste segregation
d) Reusing all biomedical waste
Answer: a) Segregating waste at the point of generation
72. What is the prescribed color for the container used to collect human anatomical waste, as
per the Biomedical Waste Management Rules, 2016? a) Yellow
b) Red
c) Green
d) Blue
Answer: a) Yellow
73. According to the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016, what is required from waste
generators in urban areas? a) Implementation of waste segregation at source
b) Disposal of waste in any available space
c) Incineration of waste at home
d) None of the above
Answer: a) Implementation of waste segregation at source
74. The Biomedical Waste Management Rules, 2016, require hospitals to do which of the
following? a) Store biomedical waste in a common disposal bin
b) Provide training to staff on safe waste handling
c) Recycle biomedical waste
d) Dispose biomedical waste in open fields
Answer: b) Provide training to staff on safe waste handling
75. Which of the following is the key aim of the Biomedical Waste Management Rules,
2016?

a) To reduce waste generation in hospitals


b) To ensure proper treatment, disposal, and handling of biomedical waste
c) To promote recycling of all hospital waste
d) To encourage waste dumping in landfills
Answer: b) To ensure proper treatment, disposal, and handling of biomedical waste

MODULE 5

76. What does "e-waste" refer to?

a) Waste generated by agricultural activities


b) Waste generated by households
c) Discarded electrical and electronic devices
d) Waste from construction sites
Answer: c) Discarded electrical and electronic devices

77. Which of the following is a common source of e-waste? a) Computers


b) Televisions
c) Mobile phones
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
78. Which of the following metals commonly found in e-waste is highly toxic? a) Copper
b) Lead
c) Aluminum
d) Silver
Answer: b) Lead
79. What is the primary cause of e-waste generation? a) Increased consumption of
technology
b) Natural disasters
c) Overpopulation
d) Deforestation
Answer: a) Increased consumption of technology
80. Which component is most abundant in the composition of e-waste? a) Plastics
b) Metals
c) Glass
d) Wood
Answer: b) Metals
81. Which electronic device contributes significantly to global e-waste generation? a)
Washing machines
b) Refrigerators
c) Mobile phones
d) Microwaves
Answer: c) Mobile phones
82. Which of the following materials is commonly found in e-waste and poses a risk to the
environment? a) Copper
b) Mercury
c) Iron
d) Zinc
Answer: b) Mercury
83. What percentage of global e-waste is estimated to be properly recycled? a) 10-15%
b) 25-30%
c) 35-40%
d) 50-60%
Answer: b) 25-30%
84. Which of the following is a non-biodegradable component in e-waste?

a) Plastics
b) Glass
c) Lead
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above

85. Which country is the largest producer of e-waste in the world? a) United States
b) China
c) India
d) Japan
Answer: a) United States
86. Which region has become a major hub for the disposal of e-waste due to lax
environmental regulations? a) Europe
b) Africa
c) South America
d) Asia
Answer: b) Africa
87. Which country is most involved in the illegal shipment of e-waste to developing
countries? a) United States
b) Japan
c) United Kingdom
d) China
Answer: a) United States
88. What is the estimated annual global generation of e-waste (in metric tons)? a) 20 million
b) 40 million
c) 50 million
d) 80 million
Answer: b) 40 million
89. Which of the following countries has the highest e-waste recycling rate? a) United States
b) Japan
c) Germany
d) India
Answer: c) Germany
90. Which of the following chemicals is a hazardous pollutant in e-waste? a) Cadmium
b) Carbon dioxide
c) Nitrogen
d) Hydrogen
Answer: a) Cadmium
91. What health issue is associated with the exposure to mercury from e-waste? a)
Respiratory disorders
b) Skin diseases
c) Neurological damage
d) Liver damage
Answer: c) Neurological damage
92. Which of the following is a potential consequence of lead exposure from e-waste? a)
Kidney damage
b) Bone marrow failure
c) Increased risk of cancer
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
93. What is one of the main health risks posed by burning e-waste? a) Release of toxic gases
such as dioxins
b) Carbon monoxide poisoning
c) Respiratory tract infections
d) Allergies
Answer: a) Release of toxic gases such as dioxins
94. E-waste recycling can lead to contamination of water sources due to which of the
following? a) E-waste leaching toxic chemicals
b) Improper waste incineration
c) Emissions from manufacturing plants
d) All of the above
Answer: a) E-waste leaching toxic chemicals
95. Which of the following diseases is most directly linked to the exposure of e-waste
pollutants? a) Asthma
b) Cancer
c) Diabetes
d) Malaria
Answer: b) Cancer
96. What is the primary concern related to the improper disposal of e-waste in landfills? a)
Pollution of groundwater
b) Air pollution from burning e-waste
c) Overcrowding in landfills
d) Increase in landfill size
Answer: a) Pollution of groundwater
97. Which of the following is the most common method of domestic e-waste disposal? a)
Recycling
b) Reusing
c) Throwing in the trash
d) Exporting to other countries
Answer: c) Throwing in the trash
98. Which of the following actions can households take to manage their e-waste? a) Donate
working electronics
b) Recycle old electronics
c) Drop off at designated e-waste collection centers
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
99. Which type of e-waste should never be disposed of in regular waste bins? a) Mobile
phones
b) Old televisions
c) Computer monitors
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
100. What is the first step in effective e-waste management? a) Recycling
b) Disposal
c) Collection and segregation
d) Incineration
Answer: c) Collection and segregation
101. Which principle focuses on reducing the amount of e-waste generated at the
source? a) Reuse
b) Recycle
c) Reduce
d) Incinerate
Answer: c) Reduce
102. Which of the following is NOT a part of the e-waste management process? a)
Collection and transportation
b) Recycling and reprocessing
c) Burning e-waste
d) Safe disposal and treatment
Answer: c) Burning e-waste
103. Which of the following is an essential component of e-waste management? a)
Public awareness
b) Formal collection systems
c) Proper recycling infrastructure
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
104. Which sector plays a crucial role in the recycling of e-waste? a) Electronics
manufacturing companies
b) E-waste recycling industries
c) Waste management companies
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
105. Which of the following is a key provision of the E-Waste (Management and
Handling) Rules, 2011? a) Producers must take responsibility for collecting and recycling
e-waste
b) Consumers are prohibited from disposing of e-waste
c) Only government agencies are allowed to manage e-waste
d) E-waste can be disposed of in landfills
Answer: a) Producers must take responsibility for collecting and recycling e-waste
106. Under the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022, which of the following is
mandatory for producers? a) Establishing a take-back system for end-of-life products
b) Reducing the amount of e-waste generated
c) Making products with more plastic
d) Increasing the use of toxic chemicals in products
Answer: a) Establishing a take-back system for end-of-life products
107. What is one of the main goals of the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022? a)
Encouraging the disposal of e-waste in regular trash
b) Ensuring safe disposal and recycling of e-waste
c) Increasing imports of e-waste
d) Promoting the sale of non-recyclable e-products
Answer: b) Ensuring safe disposal and recycling of e-waste
108. The E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022, require which of the following
stakeholders to take responsibility for e-waste management? a) Manufacturers
b) Consumers
c) Recyclers
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
109. What is a key implication of the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022, for
consumers? a) They must pay for e-waste disposal
b) They must recycle all e-waste
c) They must return old electronics to producers or designated centers
d) They are not responsible for e-waste management
Answer: c) They must return old electronics to producers or designated centers
110. Which of the following is a major feature of the E-Waste (Management) Rules,
2022? a) They mandate the establishment of e-waste recycling units by producers
b) They allow for unregulated disposal of e-waste in landfills
c) They restrict consumer participation in e-waste collection
d) They eliminate the need for e-waste management legislation
Answer: a) They mandate the establishment of e-waste recycling units by producers

111. Which of the following is a primary component of e-waste?

A) Metals
B) Plastics
C) Glass
D) All of the above

Answer: D) All of the above

112. Which of the following is NOT a significant contributor to the global generation of e-
waste?

A) Consumer electronics
B) Industrial machinery
C) Electrical appliances
D) Medical devices

Answer: B) Industrial machinery

113. Which metal is commonly found in e-waste and is highly toxic?

A) Copper
B) Gold
C) Lead
D) Aluminum

Answer: C) Lead

114. Which of the following is a hazardous property of e-waste?

A) Non-biodegradable
B) Contains toxic substances
C) Can be recycled easily
D) All of the above

Answer: B) Contains toxic substances

115. What is a significant effect of e-waste pollutants on human health?

A) Skin irritation
B) Respiratory diseases
C) Neurological disorders
D) All of the above

Answer: D) All of the above

116. Which of the following substances in e-waste can cause cancer?

A) Lead
B) Mercury
C) Cadmium
D) All of the above

Answer: D) All of the above

117. Which of the following is NOT a basic principle of e-waste management?

A) Minimization of waste generation


B) Safe disposal without treatment
C) Recycling and recovery of materials
D) Extended producer responsibility (EPR)

Answer: B) Safe disposal without treatment

118. Which of the following is a direct impact of e-waste on the environment?

A) Soil contamination
B) Air pollution
C) Water contamination
D) All of the above

Answer: D) All of the above


119. Which of the following is a key element of e-waste management?

A) Collection
B) Recycling
C) Disposal
D) All of the above

Answer: D) All of the above

120.Which rule introduced in 2011 focuses on managing e-waste in India?

A) E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2011


B) E-Waste (Handling) Rules, 2011
C) E-Waste (Processing) Rules, 2011
D) E-Waste (Disposal) Rules, 2011

Answer: A) E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2011

121. Which of the following is a salient feature of the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022?

A) Introduction of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)


B) Prohibition of e-waste recycling
C) Banning of all e-waste imports
D) Mandating disposal without recycling

Answer: A) Introduction of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

122. In the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022, which of the following is the responsibility of
producers?

A) Collection of e-waste from consumers


B) Proper recycling of e-waste
C) Providing a collection mechanism for e-waste
D) All of the above

Answer: D) All of the above

123. Which of the following is a major environmental hazard of improperly handled e-


waste?

A) Groundwater contamination
B) Air pollution
C) Both A and B
D) None of the above

Answer: C) Both A and B


124. What is the primary objective of the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022?

A) To increase the production of e-waste


B) To encourage the recycling of non-recyclable e-waste
C) To manage the collection, recycling, and disposal of e-waste
D) To reduce the consumption of electronic products

Answer: C) To manage the collection, recycling, and disposal of e-waste

125. Which of the following pollutants found in e-waste can negatively affect the nervous
system?

A) Mercury
B) Lead
C) Cadmium
D) All of the above

Answer: D) All of the above

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