How Do Convection Microwave Ovens Work?
Dual Appliance A convection microwave is the combination of two kitchen appliances: a convection oven and a microwave. A convection oven is just like a conventional oven except that no heating elements are exposed and the heat generated inside the oven is recirculated by strong fans. This rapidly moving hot air cooks and bakes more evenly and, usually, more quickly than the still air inside conventional ovens. A microwave heats food using non-ionizing radiation. When molecules inside food absorb the energy from the microwaves, they start to bounce around. This internal friction makes the food heat up; the food generates its own heat, so no heat must be generated by the appliance. Three Settings Convection ovens can offer up to three modes: microwave cooking only, convection cooking only or a combination of the two. Sometimes this is called a “mix” feature. The Microwave Part The user can use the appliance as a microwave only. Want to reheat food or pop some popcorn? This is most effect
