Which destructive consequence occurs if a microwave waveguide flange is incorrectly torqued?

💡 Explanation

Incorrect flange torque allows air gaps, causing impedance mismatch inducing standing waves. The mechanism is destructive interference because the reflected wave combines with the forward wave; therefore, high power reflection can damage magnetron, rather than influence heat transfer.

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