Computers and Our Planet

What is e-waste?

• E-waste refers to biodegradable materials.

• E-waste is a type of renewable energy.

• E-waste is discarded electrical or electronic devices.

• E-waste is a form of traditional waste management.

Why is e-waste recycling important?

• E-waste recycling is crucial for environmental protection and resource conservation.

• E-waste recycling is only beneficial for manufacturers.

• E-waste recycling has no impact on pollution levels.

• E-waste recycling is primarily for data recovery purposes.

Name one item that is considered e-waste.

• old computer

• broken toaster

• used smartphone

• old television

What happens to e-waste if it is not recycled?

• E-waste can be turned into energy without recycling.

• E-waste is always safely disposed of in landfills.

• E-waste can cause environmental pollution and loss of valuable materials if not recycled.

• E-waste has no impact on the environment if left unused.

What is digital pollution?

• Digital pollution is the noise created by electronic devices.

• Digital pollution refers to the use of social media.

• Digital pollution is the process of recycling old electronics.

• Digital pollution is the environmental harm caused by excessive digital data, e-waste, and energy consumption from digital technologies.

How can digital pollution affect the environment?

• Digital pollution only affects human health, not the environment.

• Digital pollution has no impact on the environment.

• Digital pollution improves air quality by reducing waste.

• Digital pollution affects the environment by contributing to e-waste, increasing carbon emissions, and causing habitat destruction.

What are some sources of digital pollution?

• Solar panels

• Data centers, electronic waste, cloud computing.

• Wind turbines

• Recycling programs

What is one negative effect of using computers?

• Increased sedentary behavior leading to health issues.

• Improved physical fitness from regular computer use.

• Enhanced social interactions through online gaming.

• Increased productivity in manual tasks.

How can computers contribute to energy consumption?

• Computers generate energy through data processing.

• Computers reduce energy consumption by optimizing power usage.

• Computers consume energy during operation, data processing, and storage.

• Computers only consume energy when connected to the internet.

What is a way to reduce the negative effects of computers?

• Use computers for longer periods without breaks.

• Increase screen brightness to reduce eye strain.

• Avoid using ergonomic furniture while working.

• Take regular breaks while using computers.