how does safe disposal of e waste affect the environment . give five points
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1. Computers and most electronics contain toxic materials such as lead, zinc, nickel, flame retardants, barium, and chromium.
2. When e-waste is warmed up, toxic chemicals are released into the air damaging the atmosphere.
3. When electronic waste is thrown away in landfills their toxic materials seep into groundwater, affecting both land and sea animals.
4. Only 10 percent of cell phones are recycled in the United States and most Americans get new cell phones every 12 to 18 months.
5. Many of the residents exhibit substantial digestives, neurological, respiratory and bone problems.
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