Let’s talk about how microwaves actually work, which we have a whole video about, but here’s the tldw version: this thing, a “magnetron”, sends out relatively low-frequency electromagnetic waves known ...

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The humble microwave—ubiquitous in office break rooms, hotel lobbies, and probably your own kitchen—is nothing if not convenient. After all, it’s a box in which you can put last night’s leftovers (or ...

Few appliances spark as much debate as the microwave. For those who don’t have the time (or desire) to cook, it’s a game-changer, swiftly warming up leftovers and transforming fresh ingredients into ...

James is a published author with multiple pop-history and science books to his name. He specializes in history, space, strange science, and anything out of the ordinary.View full profile James is a ...

It’s certainly safe to say that most people didn’t expect the microwave to become the everyday kitchen appliance that it is today. And just like many other everyday household products that we use, a ...