Tired of waiting for your stovetop to heat up? Induction cooktops are the answer! But how do they actually *work*? Forget traditional heating elements – induction uses electromagnetism.
Beneath the smooth glass surface lies a coil of copper wire. When you turn on the cooktop, an alternating electric current flows through this coil, creating a magnetic field. Now, here's the cool part: when you place a ferromagnetic pan (like cast iron or stainless steel) on the surface, the magnetic field induces an electrical current *within the pan itself*.
This current, also known as eddy current, is what generates the heat, directly within the cookware. The cooktop surface itself barely heats up, making it safer and more energy-efficient. Less wasted heat means faster cooking and more precision. No preheating needed, just instant heat directly to the pan! So, while it might seem like magic, it's just clever application of electromagnetic principles.
