Question

collect the information about the plastic used in production of utensil used in microwave oven​

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.