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impurity

[im-pyoor-i-tee] / ɪmˈpjʊər ɪ ti /


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As more and more electrons participate, they collectively surround the impurity and ultimately conceal its magnetism.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 10, 2026

Synthetic indigo, commonly used to dye bluejeans, can contain aniline, a manufacturing impurity that can slowly leach from clothing and penetrate skin, says Valenta.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026

One promising approach to quantum networking uses the spin of an electron, associated with impurity in diamond, to store quantum information.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 12, 2026

A very different picture emerges when the impurity is extremely heavy and essentially unable to move.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 9, 2026

Perhaps she’s the impurity in him, the static in his signal that the bullies can sense.

From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr

"We couldn't see pair density waves in our earlier data because of material impurities that obscured our data," Madhavan said.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 7, 2026

As freezing begins and the ice forms from outside in, various impurities in the water get pushed towards the centre.

From Barron's ● Sep. 6, 2026

Quantum many body physics has long relied on different models to explain how impurities, such as exotic electrons or atoms, interact with surrounding particles.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 9, 2026

"Our research not only advances the theoretical understanding of quantum impurities but is also directly relevant for ongoing experiments with ultracold atomic gases, two-dimensional materials, and novel semiconductors," adds the Heidelberg physicist.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 9, 2026

Normally, nuclear reactors use purified water, which runs through a closed system to ensure that none of the water from the reactor can get out—and that no impurities can get in.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland


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