A '''microwave''' is an [[electromagnetic wave]] with wavelength approximately in the range of 30 cm (1 GHz) to 1mm (300 GHz).
A '''microwave''' is an [[electromagnetic wave]] with wavelength approximately in the range of 30 cm (1 GHz) to 1mm (300 GHz).
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In everyday language "microwave" has also meaning [[microwave oven]] which is a [[kitchen]] appliance used for heating [[food]].
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In everyday language, "microwave" typically refers to a [[microwave oven]] which is a [[kitchen]] appliance used for heating [[food]]. Microwave emissions are also sometimes used for communication, and even [[CHAMP (weapon)|as a weapon]].