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What determines whether or not a material is magnetic

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Alignment of electrons, atoms and domains are important in determining the magnetic response of a material and whether it is a magnet. Since the atoms or molecules need to be aligned, gases and liquids are typically not magnetic, and most magnets are solid metals.

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