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Microwaves: The truth about how they work and if there's risk

Microwaves have been a mainstay of most kitchens for decades, but how do they actually work? Are there health risks associated with microwaving food in them?

Host Scott Tong puts those questions and more to science writer Andrew Coletti.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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