Plastic bags are not considered e-waste as they do not contain electronic components.

Recycling electronics helps reduce the need to extract virgin raw materials, conserving natural resources.

Recycling electronics actually helps reduce waste by diverting end-of-life products from landfills.

Recycling involves breaking down e-waste and recovering valuable materials, such as metals and plastics.

Batteries in electronics often contain hazardous materials like lead, cadmium, and mercury.

Upcycling involves reusing old electronics for a different purpose, often with added value.

Incineration is not a common method for recycling electronics as it releases harmful pollutants into the environment.

Refurbishing involves restoring an old electronic device to working condition by replacing faulty components.

Throwing away old electronics contributes to e-waste and should be avoided.

Mechanical separation involves breaking down e-waste into smaller pieces using machines.

Refurbishing electronics actually helps reduce e-waste by extending the lifespan of devices.

Chemical treatment involves using chemicals to dissolve and extract valuable materials from e-waste.

Furniture is not typically considered e-waste as it does not contain electronic components.

Pyrolysis involves heating e-waste in the absence of oxygen to produce fuel or energy.

Buying new electronics frequently contributes to e-waste and should be avoided.