Microwavable bowls - why don't they melt?!
Microwavable bowls - why don't they melt?
Well, I guess u could say "cuz their microwavable," but what elements are involved that resists being fried?
Answers:
They don't melt because microwaves agitate the hydrogen molecules in water. that's what heats up the food. plastic has no water in it, that's why it doesn't get hot. If you put a piece of wood in a microwave it won't get hot because it doesn't have active water molecules.
Professional tip: when microwaving bread, quickly run it under cold water, then wrap it in plastic wrap. This will stop the aging process micros do to bread.
Source(s):
Professional experience and Scientific weekly