Based on the following information, how does a 1000W microwave compare to the stovetop and electric kettles in terms of water-heating efficiency? Calculate both electricity-to-heat and overall efficiency (assuming electricity from a natural gas fired power plant). Please express your answer as a percentage. ​ -A 1000W microwave takes 120 seconds to boil 8 oz of water. -The boiling point of water is 100°C, and room temperature water is 20°C -The specific heat of water is 4.186 J/gC

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