How does a microwave work?

Microwaves interact with the molecules of the product, and react best with asymmetrically charged materials such as water or products with high moisture content.

In their natural state, water molecules are in random positions. When microwave energy is applied to the product, the positive and negative charges try to align themselves creating the molecule to vibrate at a rate of 896,000,000 times per second. The vibration creates heat in the product.

Microwaves also interact with certain molecules like salt (NaCl) through ionic conduction. The resistance created by the current flowing through the molecules generates heat.

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