Classification of E-waste
E-waste are classified into the following types based on its composition and components:
- E-waste composition: The e-waste composition is categorized into 6 types and they are: Ferrous(containing iron in its composition)metals, non-ferrous(don’t contain iron in its composition) metals, plastics, glass, pollutants, and others. Iron is immensely used in the manufacture of electronic equipment and plastic is the second-largest material used in the manufacturing of electronic equipment as its cheap and is present in abundance. Non-ferrous metals like copper, aluminum, gold have significant commercial value in the technical market and are used to make parts of electronics as well as electrical equipment. There are some toxic materials that are also used like lead, cadmium, mercury, etc., in some parts of electronic devices. When these toxic materials exceed their threshold value, then they are regarded as pollutants and harmful for the environment.
- E-waste Components: the e-waste components are categorized into several types and they are: Major Appliances, Small Appliances, Computer and Telecommunications Appliances, Lighting Devices, Electrical and electronic tools, Electronic Toys, Medical devices, Monitoring Devices, Vending Machines, etc.
What is E-Waste?What is E-Waste Recycling
E-waste: E-waste or Electronic waste refers to electronic products that are not working, are unwanted, near the end of their life span. Examples of E-waste include Computers, televisions, VCRs, stereos, copiers, fax machines, etc. E-waste is E-waste or electronic waste team means discarded electrical or electronic devices or components. Whenever an electronic or electrical component or device whose working life has expired or been damaged, or is no longer used by people due to technological advancements, comes under e-waste. As we know, technology changes day by day due to which a large amount of electronic or electrical devices are turning into waste. Some of the common e-waste elements are mobile phones, computers, laptops, hard drives, fans, microwaves, DVD, printers, lamps, etc. E-waste is a serious issue for our environment because it releases harmful toxic chemicals from the metals due to chemical reactions and these toxic chemicals harm our environment. The management of such type of waste is known as E-waste management.
E-waste management is defined as a holistic method of cutting down E-waste from the earth to prevent its harmful toxicity from deteriorating the earth. It recycles and reuses the e-waste that is no longer needed.
In this article, we have discussed E-waste, its effect on our environment, how to recycle e-waste, and more.
Let’s get a closer look at its meaning and details.
Table of Content
- What is E-waste?
- Effects of E-waste on Environment
- Classification of E-waste
- Why is e-waste a problem?
- How to reduce e waste
- Method of E-waste Disposal
- How E-waste results in data theft?
- How to manage E-waste?