What happens when you don't recycle phones?

Answer 1

If you don't recycle your mobile phone, what generally happens is that, once they're tested, most used mobiles are shipped overseas to be sold. Examples of countries where his happens include the Middle and Far East, South America and Africa.one

Answer 2

If batteries end up in landfill, they may leach toxic metals such as Mercury, lead and cadmium into soil and groundwater; while if they are incinerated, the metals are released into the air and into the ash that is subsequently landfilled. Lithium-ion batteries contain less toxic materials than other battery types.