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Diamagnet

Definition

Diamagnet is a substance or material that exhibits weak repulsion towards an applied magnetic field, due to the presence of paired electron spins which oppose the external magnetic field.

Senses and Usages

1. Noun: Diamagnet

- In physics, a diamagnet refers to a substance that is repelled or weakly attracted to a magnetic field, such as bismuth or water.

Example Sentences:

• The scientist studied the behavior of different diamagnets in the laboratory.
• Bismuth is a well-known diamagnet.

2. Adjective: Diamagnetic

- Diamagnetic describes a material or substance that has the property of being repelled or weakly attracted by a magnetic field.

Example Sentences:

• The diamagnetic properties of the material were carefully examined under various conditions.
• Water is considered diamagnetic, meaning it is weakly repelled by magnets.

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