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Re: Wax and microwaves
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Donald Aitken <[log in to unmask]>
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Wed, 21 Oct 1998 10:08:43 -0600
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>       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.
 
 
 
Donald Aitken
11710-129 Street
Edmonton Alberta Canada
T5M 0Y7

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