Would someone explain me superconductivity?

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Superconductivity is a phenomenon characterized by zero electrical resistance and the expulsion of magnetic fields in certain materials when cooled below a critical temperature. This behavior is independent of the specific material, indicating that superconductivity is a thermodynamic phase with universal properties. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding these concepts within the context of quantum physics. Resources like Wikipedia provide foundational explanations and insights into the theories of superconductors. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the need for further exploration and understanding of superconductivity in the atomic realm.
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Would someone explain me superconductivity IN ATOMIC WORLD? if this doesn't belong in quantum physics I am sorry admin
 
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Have you googled superconductivity? There is a lot of information out there for free.
 
Here is a reasonable explanation:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superconductivity#Explanation

If you read further in other sections you'll find some interesting insights such as:

On the other hand, there is a class of properties that are independent of the underlying material. For instance, all superconductors have exactly zero resistivity to low applied currents when there is no magnetic field present or if the applied field does not exceed a critical value. The existence of these "universal" properties implies that superconductivity is a thermodynamic phase, and thus possesses certain distinguishing properties which are largely independent of microscopic details.

and see also "Theories of Superconductors' further along in the article.
 
Marshallaw4 said:
Would someone explain me superconductivity IN ATOMIC WORLD? if this doesn't belong in quantum physics I am sorry admin

And as a guide, please read this:

https://www.physicsforums.com/blog.php?b=3588

Zz.
 
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ZapperZ said:
And as a guide, please read this:

https://www.physicsforums.com/blog.php?b=3588

Zz.

VERY NICE. Thanks for posting that. It will save me numerous (internal) cuss-words in responding to lazy newbies.
 
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So I know that electrons are fundamental, there's no 'material' that makes them up, it's like talking about a colour itself rather than a car or a flower. Now protons and neutrons and quarks and whatever other stuff is there fundamentally, I want someone to kind of teach me these, I have a lot of questions that books might not give the answer in the way I understand. Thanks
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