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1. Selecting appropriate dishes, containers, and bowls for microwaving
Most items made of glass, ceramics, or plastics can be used in microwaves. However, for safety, manufacturers often label items as microwavable or microwave-safe for easy identification.
2. Avoid heating oil or butter in the microwave
Oils like olive oil do not heat efficiently in microwaves due to their lack of polarity, unlike water molecules. Hence, freezing butter is challenging to thaw in a microwave.
3. Avoid overheating water in the microwave
Extended heating of water in the microwave can prevent it from boiling to release heat, causing water to boil above 100°C. As a result, intense heat release upon disturbance can cause water to splash out, leading to explosions or microwave damage.
To prevent hazards, users should place a wooden spoon or chopstick in the cup or heat water for a short time to ensure safety.
4. Avoid packing food in the microwave
If you want to heat food stored in styrofoam, plastic wrap, or brown paper, make sure to open them before placing them in the microwave. The reason is that these items can easily catch fire, causing damage to the microwave or releasing harmful chemicals harmful to human health. If these products are tightly sealed, failure to open the package can cause them to swell and explode due to pressure buildup in the microwave.
In case these products are tightly sealed, failure to open the package can cause them to swell, leading to explosions due to pressure buildup in the microwave.
5. Do not open the microwave door while it is in operation
Using this appliance poses a grave risk to the user's safety. Especially if the oven door isn't tightly sealed, radiation leakage could threaten the health of your household members.
Opening the oven door while cooking can result in severe burns or food spilling onto you while the oven is at high temperatures.
These are essential precautions to ensure microwave safety. Remember to take note and apply them diligently. Stay tuned to Mytour for the latest and most useful updates.
