Question

E-wastes contain

• A. Disinfectants
• B. Microorganisms
• C. Metals like silicon and copper
• D. Both A and B

Answer 1

The correct option is C Metals like silicon and copper

Hospitals generate hazardous wastes that contain disinfectants and other harmful chemicals along with pathogenic microorganisms. Irreparable computers and other electronic goods form electronic wastes (e-wastes). Metals like copper, iron, silicon, nickel and gold are recovered during the recycling process of these wastes, and they are thus, reused.