The main problem with disposing of computers and other electronic devices is that they contain toxins such as lead, zinc, nickel, flame retardants, barium, and chromium. When e-waste is dumped into landfills, toxins can leach into soil and groundwater, affecting not only our health, but also land and marine animals.
The biggest threat to this is people in developing countries, where most e-waste is dumped.
E-waste is particularly dangerous in the summer months because when e-waste is heated, toxic chemicals are released into the air, already damaging the atmosphere; This is one of the biggest environmental impacts of e-waste.
Especially with lead. If lead is released into the environment, it can damage human blood, kidneys, and the central and peripheral nervous system.
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