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Diamagnetic

Definition:

Diamagnetic is a term used to describe a characteristic of materials that are not easily magnetized and do not retain magnetic fields.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Adjective

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. A substance or material that displays diamagnetic properties, showing a weak repulsion when placed in a magnetic field.

2. A person or thing that possesses diamagnetic characteristics.

Sample Sentences:

1. The mineral sample was found to be a diamagnetic, as it repelled a magnet when tested.
2. She studied the properties of various diamagnetics to understand their behavior in magnetic fields.

Adjective:

1. Having the property of being diamagnetic; displaying weak magnetic response.

2. Describing a substance or material that is not attracted to magnets.

Sample Sentences:

1. The diamagnetic material did not stick to the magnet and fell off easily.
2. Iron is ferromagnetic, while copper is diamagnetic.

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