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2023

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
According to a new report, which country’s e-waste generation per person tripled over the last two decades?
A
Ukraine
B
Cuba
C
Canada
D
Italy
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Canada’s electronic waste (e-waste) has more than tripled over the last two decades, according to a new study.

Detailed explanation-2: -China produces the largest amount of e-waste per year.

Detailed explanation-3: -Canada has world-class e-waste recycling and research facilities, such as the Edmonton Waste Management Centre, and is expected to lead the way in many areas of technological development.

Detailed explanation-4: -57.4 Mt (Million Metric Tonnes) of e-waste was generated in 2021. There is over 347 Mt of unrecycled e-waste on earth in 2023. China, the US, and India produce the most e-waste. Only 17.4% of e-waste is known to be collected and properly recycled. More items

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