Which statement about e-waste is accurate?

A. Electronic devices die easily, so few of the devices thrown out in the United States could be reused.
B. E-waste is biodegradable.
C. E-waste contains toxic heavy metals that can leach into the environment.
D. There is no financial incentive to recycle e-waste.


Answer: C. E-waste contains toxic heavy metals that can leach into the environment.

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