MICROWAVE has become an imperative household item for its importance when it comes to preparing quick meals. Thanks to Percy Spencer, inventor of Microwave oven, for the making our life easier. But have you ever wondered how microwave works? Certainly, the answer of that question is much more complicated than pushing few buttons to heat your food. First, you need to know what the word “Microwave” means. Microwave is a form of electromagnetic radiations with wavelength ranging between one meter to one millimeter. Electromagnetic waves are energy waves that travels at the speed of light. Microwave ovens contains a small machine called magnetron which transmits Microwaves that heat food. Microwaves target water molecules in the food and vibrate them at fast speeds causing them to collide. As a result, your food comes out hot and ready to be eaten. Furthermore, it is necessary to cover the food in the oven. Otherwise, water will evaporate and your meal will be dry. Another key point to mention, never put any metals in your microwave. Or Else, Microwaves are going to be reflected rather than absorbed causing your microwave to explode. So, be careful and enjoy your meal.
It’s true that the first Microwave was discovered by accident during WWII. The other interesting fact about that is that it’s inventor was a man by the name of Dr. Percy Spencer, considered by many as one of world’s biggest experts in microwave energy technology. Strangely enough, he was also lacking a high school diploma.
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Written by: MAHMOUD ELSHAZLY