Answer to Dictation 1
The United Nations has issued a stark warning to consumers worldwide.
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Answer to Dictation 2
The volume of electronics we are throwing away is creating an environmental catastrophe.
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Answer to Dictation 3
They often contain toxic chemicals and substances such as lead and mercury.
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E-waste includes discarded cellphones refrigerators and e-cigarettes.
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If placed bumper-to-bumper they could wrap around the Equator.
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These countries lack the technology and resources to dispose of it.
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Answer to Dictation 7
The sheer volume of waste is creating a plethora of health problems.
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A disturbing 58 tons of mercury entered the environment last year.
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Answer to Dictation 9
The UN blamed manufacturers for showing a lack of duty of care.
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Answer to Dictation 10
It's just a few clicks to buy electronics but far more difficult to dispose of them.
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