Cooking with waves Flashcards

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What is the purpose of reflective surfaces on grills and toasters?

A

to reflect infrared waves back towards the food

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What substances in food absorb microwaves?

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Fat and water molecules

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How deep can microwaves penetrate food?

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1cm

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Explain how microwaves can burn humans?

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Because they are absorbed by fat and water in food; they are also absorbed by water and body tissue in the human body

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