What is E-waste? Electronic waste or E-waste is rejected or discarded electronic devices or things. E-waste is a term used for electronic devices or things which are near to the end of their shelf – life. Electronic devices or equipment which are used and then planned for reuse, resale, disposal, or recycling are also known as E-waste. *Shelf- life of a product means how long it can be stored at a shop or home before it gets too old to sell or use. E-waste in India Students should know about E-waste as India is a major and the fifth largest E-waste producing country in the world. E-waste covers a wide variety of ranges, from a phone to a fridge to a laptop to a washing machine. Some examples of E-waste are: • Large appliances : Refrigerators, washing machines, Air conditioner, microwave, etc. • Small appliances : Iron, watches, hairdryers, toasters, etc. • IT telecommunications : computers, laptops, printers, phones, television, remote control, Fax machines, etc. • Lighting equipment
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