Question

Collect the information about the plastic used in production of utensils used in microwave oven
Science

Answer 1

The plastic used in the production of utensils used in the microwave oven must possess the following properties.

It must be Heat-resistant.

It must possess mechanical strength.

It must be able to bear the temperatures up to 235 degrees Fahrenheit for microwave ovens.

It must bear the temperatures up to 405 degrees Fahrenheit for dual-oven applications.

The plastic must be sturdy.

It must be rigid in shape.

It must be able to support its contents before heating in the microwave.

It must be able to support its contents after heating.

Fillers, colorants, and plasticizers are used to add these characteristics in plastics for the use in microwaves.