Question
How do microwave ovens use electromagnetic waves to cook food?
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The waves cause water molecules in food to vibrate and produce heat.
The waves strike the surface of food, increasing its temperature
The waves heat the air inside the oven enough to cook the food
The waves transfer energy to the walls of the oven to heat the inner area
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(1 point)
The waves cause water molecules in food to vibrate and produce heat.
The waves strike the surface of food, increasing its temperature
The waves heat the air inside the oven enough to cook the food
The waves transfer energy to the walls of the oven to heat the inner area
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The correct statement is:
**The waves cause water molecules in food to vibrate and produce heat.**
Microwave ovens use electromagnetic waves, specifically microwave radiation, to excite water molecules in the food. This vibration generates heat, which cooks the food.
**The waves cause water molecules in food to vibrate and produce heat.**
Microwave ovens use electromagnetic waves, specifically microwave radiation, to excite water molecules in the food. This vibration generates heat, which cooks the food.