Microwave Chemistry in Liquid Media

This chapter summarizes the features and caveats in microwave-assisted chemistry. Since many samples of chemical reactions are liquids, the handling of liquid samples in microwave heating is illustrated. Also noted are problems such as accidents, temperature distribution, heat insulation, and impurities. The chapter also introduces a method of microwave chemical synthesis while cooling. Finally, it reports on existing commercial bench-scale microwave chemical synthesis equipment and scaled-up equipment. The coffee break introduces a unique hybrid cooking system.