Question

During microwave processing of food materials

• A. Microwave energy itself is a thermal energy
• B. Heating is a consequence of light energy in a microwave
• C. No interactions between microwave energy and dielectric properties of food materials
• D. Heating is a consequence of interactions between microwave energy and dielectric properties of food materials

Hint:

The dielectric properties of food materials, such as water content, play a critical role in how efficiently they heat up in a microwave.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Microwave heating in food processing occurs due to the interaction between microwave energy and the dielectric properties of food materials, leading to the generation of heat.