Answer:
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Explanation:
Thaw food submerged under running water at a temperature of 70˚F (21˚C) or lower. The water flow must be strong enough to wash food particles into the overflow drain. In a microwave oven. You can safely thaw food in a microwave oven if the food will be cooked immediately.
The reason defrosting in water is preferable is because water conducts heat better than air. And the faster food is thawed, the better it tastes.
