Diamagnetometer

/ˌdaɪ.ə.mæɡ.nɪˈtɒm.ɪ.tər/ noun

Definition

A sensitive instrument used to measure diamagnetism or the diamagnetic properties of materials.

Etymology

From diamagnetic + -meter suffix (meaning 'measure'). A specialized laboratory instrument developed in physics research for precise measurement of weak magnetic effects.

Kelly Says

A diamagnetometer is so sensitive it can detect the diamagnetism of a single protein molecule—scientists use them to study how proteins fold, revealing the invisible quantum-level dance happening inside living cells.

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