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How to determine whether an element is paramagnetic or diamagnetic?

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To determine whether an element is paramagnetic or diamagnetic, you need to examine the electron configuration of the element. If it has unpaired electrons, then the substance is paramagnetic. If the electrons are paired, then it is diamagnetic.
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