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Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
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ISBN:9780134746241
Author:Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, Dennis G. Tasa
Publisher:Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, Dennis G. Tasa
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Computers, cell phones, and other related gadgets are now ubiquitous. Progress in the technology is rapid, which leads to a high rate of obsolescence. The average personal computer contains the elements Hg, Pb, Ba, B, Co, Cu, as well as P or Br in its housing. Circuit boards may contain Cd and Au. Most adults in Malaysia own a cell phone, although their average life is only 18 months. Each one may contain As, Sb, Be, Cd, Cu, Pb, Ni, Zn, and Br. Computers are replaced every three years, while they are still operable. People want the latest, largest flat-screen television set. Putting obsolete electronic equipment in landfills is a waste of valuable materials, including ones which the world may run out of in 10-15 years. There is also the question of what may leach out from these products and potentially contaminate groundwater. Ones that are recycled end up in China or Nigeria, where the metals are recovered under very unsafe conditions. Devise some approaches to address this problem.
Transcribed Image Text:Computers, cell phones, and other related gadgets are now ubiquitous. Progress in the technology is rapid, which leads to a high rate of obsolescence. The average personal computer contains the elements Hg, Pb, Ba, B, Co, Cu, as well as P or Br in its housing. Circuit boards may contain Cd and Au. Most adults in Malaysia own a cell phone, although their average life is only 18 months. Each one may contain As, Sb, Be, Cd, Cu, Pb, Ni, Zn, and Br. Computers are replaced every three years, while they are still operable. People want the latest, largest flat-screen television set. Putting obsolete electronic equipment in landfills is a waste of valuable materials, including ones which the world may run out of in 10-15 years. There is also the question of what may leach out from these products and potentially contaminate groundwater. Ones that are recycled end up in China or Nigeria, where the metals are recovered under very unsafe conditions. Devise some approaches to address this problem.
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