Question

One of the most toxic components of a computer is the _________.a. plastic in the keyboardb. silicon in the glass of the computerc. lead embedded in the glass of the monitord. copper in the wires of the cords

Answer 1

c. lead embedded in the glass of the monitor

Step-by-step explanation:

Lead is asubstance that stop electromagnetic wave at a certain diameter, so in computer systems, it is used in the monitor screen of a CRT or cathode-ray tube monitor to prevent such radiation from reaching the users.

Lead poisoning occurs when lead comes in contact with the blood, which can cause vomiting, respiratory and nervous system complications and death in worse cases.

Answer 2

C. Lead embedded in the glass of the monitor.

Step-by-step explanation:

Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) monitors have lead embedded in their glass. Exposure to small quantities of lead can lead to lead poisoning. There are about 2.2 kilograms of lead in a big CRT monitor.

This amount of lead is mixed with the glass to improve the optical quality and to stop radiation from affecting the user.

Exposure to lead can cause the following:

1. Constipation.
2. Irritability,
3. Headaches
4. Aggressive behavior and so much more.