Channel: Verge Science

Category: Science & Technology

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Description: We’ve all heard a lot about China’s “wet markets” as a potential source of pandemics like COVID-19. But there are many other places where viral “spillovers” can happen. We look at one surprising situation that’s directly connected to the electronics we all use every day. Learn more: bit.ly/31UpzKA Check out more of our COVID-19 coverage here: bit.ly/2U2oryO Subscribe: bit.ly/2FqJZMl Like Verge Science on Facebook: bit.ly/2hoSukO Follow on Twitter: bit.ly/2Kr29B9 Follow on Instagram: goo.gl/7ZeLvX Read More: theverge.com Community guidelines: bit.ly/2D0hlAv Subscribe to Verge on YouTube for explainers, product reviews, technology news, and more: goo.gl/G5RXGs