Microwave Safety
What should you do while the microwave is running?
Step back 2 steps
What is a technique to allow steam to escape when cooking?
Venting
What is the microwave part that produces the microwaves?
magnetron
What can cause arcing / fire in the microwave?
Cups with a metal writing
What is a term found on plates and plastics to indicate they are safe to use in the microwave?
Microwave safe
What should wear when when removing containers from the microwave?
Mitts
What is a term for "turning food around?"
Rotate
What happens if metal is heated in the microwave?
arcing and sparks
What prevents sogginess in pizza if placed under the pizza when reheating in the microwave?
Paper towel
What is recommended after removing food from the microwave?
Standing time
What food can blow up if heated in the microwave?
Whole eggs
What is a term for moving outer foods to the center and the center foods to the outside of the plate?
Rearrange
What is the part of the microwave that spreads out the microwaves?
Fan
What is a food that is in a specially designed bag for cooking only in the microwave?
Microwave popcorn
What is arranging foods in a circle like a bicycle wheel?
Spoke pattern
What is important for the microwave door to prevent leakage of microwaves?
Tight seal
What is a technique to even out the heat in a liquid?
Stir
How is the amount of electrical power measured?
Watts
What is a big time advantage to using a microwave oven?
it cooks/warms faster.
Where are microwaves likely to be located in cars?
Glove compartment
What is not recommended for a microwave?
Running while empty
What is a term that means " to turn food over?"
Invert
What is the scientific principle behind microwaves heating food?Friction
Friction
What is the recommended pan shape for even heating in the microwave?
Round or oval shaped
What can be the cause of burns when opening containers of hot microwaved foods?
Steam