SciShow Explains Why We Can’t Put Metal Objects in the Microwave

Michael Aranda explains why we can’t put metal objects in the microwave and what exactly happens when we accidentally do on an episode of SciShow (see previously).

We know we’re not supposed to put metal in the microwave, but why? We don’t microwave silverware but what about Hot Pocket wrappers? They have metal on the inside. How does that work?

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