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Microwave oven acts on the principle of :

A

giving rotational energy of water molecules

B

giving translational energy to water molecules

C

giving vibrational energy to water molecules

D

transferring electrons from lower to higher energy levels in water molecule

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Microwave oven acts on the principle of giving vibrational energy to water molecules.
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