Microwaves cause water molecules in food to vibrate, producing heat that cooks the food. Microwave cooking can be more energy efficient than conventional cooking because foods cook faster and the energy heats only the food, not the whole oven compartment.
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Microwaves cause water molecules in food to vibrate, producing heat that cooks the food. Microwave cooking can be more energy efficient than conventional cooking because foods cook faster and the energy heats only the food, not the whole oven compartment.