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Suppose a room-temperature superconductor were discovered, but it had a very low critical field. In what way would this limit its practical applicability?
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A superconductor is a material that can conduct electricity without resistance when it is cooled below a certain temperature. The temperature at which this happens is called the critical temperature. Show more…
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