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Question

Consider the following:
1. Gold
2. Platinum
3. Silver
Which of the above is/are found in e-waste?

The correct answer is
1, 2 and 3

E-waste Precious Metal Components

Electronic waste, often called e-waste, is generated from discarded electronic devices. These devices frequently contain valuable precious metals.

Metals Found in E-waste:

  • Gold (1): Utilized in printed circuit boards (PCBs), connectors, and CPUs due to its excellent conductivity and resistance to corrosion.
  • Platinum (2): Found in some components like hard disk drives, conductive coatings, and specific sensors within electronics.
  • Silver (3): Commonly used in switches, contacts, conductive pastes, and solders in electronic devices.

Conclusion:

Since Gold, Platinum, and Silver are all utilized in the manufacturing of electronic components, they are indeed found within e-waste streams. Therefore, all three listed items are present.

This aligns with Option C, which includes 1, 2, and 3.

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