Which statement about recycling electronic waste is true

Question

Exporting electronic waste is part of a safe recycling process
Electronic waste is recycled using the same process as plastic and metal
Minerals can be extracted from recycled electronics
Over 60 percent of electronics waste worldwide is recycled safely

Answer 1

The true statement about recycling electronic waste is: Minerals can be extracted from recycled electronics.

Recycling electronic waste (e-waste) involves recovering valuable materials such as metals (like gold, silver, copper, and palladium) and other components that can be reused in new products. The other statements are not accurate:

• Exporting electronic waste is not always part of a safe recycling process; it can lead to unsafe disposal practices in developing countries.
• Electronic waste is not recycled using the same process as plastic and metal, as it contains a complex mixture of materials and requires specialized methods.
• Over 60 percent of electronics waste worldwide is not recycled safely; the actual percentage is significantly lower.