• Deceptichum@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
    58·
    10 months ago

    Because there’s no temperature control and it can explode.

    My kettle will heat water consistently to boiling point every time without going over.

    • gordon@lemmy.worldEnglish
      92·
      10 months ago

      It really takes some very special conditions for that to happen. Every time I’ve boiled water in the microwave it’s always boiled fine just like on the stove.

      • Deceptichum@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
        26·
        10 months ago

        It takes leaving it in a bit too long and either moving or adding something to your water, it’s not that difficult.

        Third-degree burns aren’t something I’d really want to risk just for some coffee.