Microwaves Do Not Kill Organisms Directly but Kill by

question 20

Multiple Choice

Microwaves do not kill organisms directly but kill by

• A)the heat they generate in a product.
• B)generating free radicals.
• C)generating toxins.
• D)creating thymine dimers.

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Definitions:

Pressure

The force exerted per unit area; in a fluid, it is often due to the weight of the fluid above and is measured in units such as Pascals or pounds per square inch.

Glaucoma

A group of eye conditions that lead to damage to the optic nerve, often associated with increased pressure in the eye, resulting in loss of vision if not treated.

Inner Ear

Of the mammalian ear, region that contains the fluid-filled vestibular apparatus and cochlea.

Eardrum

A thin membrane in the ear that separates the external ear from the middle ear and vibrates in response to sound waves, aiding in hearing.