A microwave oven heats food primarily by exciting which specific molecules in the food? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A microwave oven heats food primarily by exciting which specific molecules in the food?
A. Carbohydrate molecules
B. Water molecules
C. Fat molecules
D. Protein molecules
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Microwave ovens use electromagnetic radiation in the microwave frequency range (usually around 2.45 GHz). Water molecules have a permanent electric dipole moment. The oscillating electric field of the microwaves rapidly forces the water molecules to flip back and forth to align with the field, generating thermal energy via friction and effectively heating the food from within.

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