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Review Papers | Civil Engineering | India | Volume 4 Issue 4, April 2015
Electronic Waste - A Literature Review
Swati A. Patil [2] | Neetu M. Sharma
Abstract: Electronic waste is informally known as e-waste for the electronic products nearing the end of their useful life. The e- waste products contain materials that are hazardous to the human beings, depending on their condition & density. The hazardous content of these materials pose a threat to human health and environment. In India electronic waste is producing in a huge quantity, since it has emerged as an it giant and due to modernization of lifestyle. Fridge, cell phones, discarded computers, mobiles & batteries etc, if not disposed properly, can leach lead & other substances to soil & underground water. This paper highlights the issues related to e-waste disposal methods & management of e-waste.
Keywords: sources, disposal methods, national scenario, management & legislation
Edition: Volume 4 Issue 4, April 2015,
Pages: 1622 - 1624
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