Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

Manufacturing and operating a typical mobile phone emits how much CO2 each year?

  1. 550g

  2. 5.5kg

  3. 55kg

  4. 550kg

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The lifecycle carbon footprint of a mobile phone, including manufacturing, usage, and disposal, averages around 5.5kg CO2 annually. This accounts for both production emissions and operational energy use over the phone's lifespan. Options A, C, and D represent orders of magnitude that don't align with typical mobile device emissions data.