Questions about superconductivity

In summary, not all chemical elements can be superconductive, but some elemental solids can become superconductors under certain conditions such as temperature and pressure. However, this does not mean that all elements are superconductors.
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Antigone
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1) Can all chemical elements be superconductive?

2) It is said that in diamagnetic materials there are no unpaired electrons. Does this mean that only such materials can be superconductive?
 
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Antigone said:
Hi

1) Can all chemical elements be superconductive?

This is vague. Are you asking of a metal made of just one element can be a superconductor? Then yes. Hg, the first superconductor discovered, is made up of just one element. If you are asking if a free atomic element can become a superconductor, then that question makes no sense because an element isn't a solid and has no "conduction" properties.

Zz.
 
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ZapperZ said:
This is vague. Are you asking of a metal made of just one element can be a superconductor? Then yes. Hg, the first superconductor discovered, is made up of just one element. If you are asking if a free atomic element can become a superconductor, then that question makes no sense because an element isn't a solid and has no "conduction" properties.

Zz.

Not all elements are superconductors, i think so, or at least we don't know conditions (temperature, pressure) should be for some elements such as copper , gold to become superconductors
 
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vatlychatran said:
Not all elements are superconductors, i think so, or at least we don't know conditions (temperature, pressure) should be for some elements such as copper , gold to become superconductors

You need to read the statements carefully. I said that elemental solids CAN be a superconductor. That statement does NOT imply that ALL elements are superconductors!

Zz.
 

1. What is superconductivity?

Superconductivity is a phenomenon where certain materials exhibit zero electrical resistance and expel magnetic fields at very low temperatures.

2. What are the potential applications of superconductivity?

Superconductivity has potential applications in a variety of fields including power transmission, medical imaging, and high-speed transportation systems.

3. How does superconductivity work?

Superconductivity is caused by the formation of electron pairs in the material, which allows for the uninterrupted flow of electricity and the expulsion of magnetic fields.

4. What are the challenges in achieving superconductivity at higher temperatures?

Currently, superconductivity can only be achieved at extremely low temperatures. The challenge in achieving higher temperatures lies in finding materials that can maintain their superconducting properties at higher temperatures.

5. How can superconductivity benefit society?

Superconductivity has the potential to greatly improve energy efficiency, leading to cost savings and reduced environmental impact. It also has the potential to revolutionize technology in various industries such as healthcare, transportation, and computing.

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