>       Remember that the wax will soak up rays from the microwave and get
> really HOT.  I don't know whether it would ignite; don't bet the house
on it.
 
In fact, pure beeswax is not heated at all in a microwave. The heating
observed in cappings is due to the impurities (in this case honey) present
with it.
 
 
 
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