Environmental Impact and Recycling

📚 Key Concepts

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🔹 Battery Disposal

Environmental Concerns:

  • Batteries contain harmful chemicals – acids, heavy metals
  • Lead, cadmium, lithium can pollute environment
  • Improper disposal causes soil and water contamination
  • Fire hazards from damaged batteries

Proper Disposal:

  • E-waste recycling centers – Specialized facilities
  • Material recovery – Valuable metals can be recycled
  • Environmental protection – Prevents pollution
  • Resource conservation – Reuse valuable materials

🔹 Sustainable Practices

Better Battery Usage:

  • Rechargeable batteries – Reduce single-use waste
  • Proper charging habits – Extend battery life
  • Energy-efficient devices – Reduce power consumption
  • Recycling programs – Support battery collection drives