Does diamagnetism cause a faster orbital spin

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This discussion centers on the relationship between diamagnetism and orbital spin, specifically in substances like water. It concludes that diamagnetism influences the orientation of electron orbits rather than increasing their speed, which remains quantized and constant. The insights provided are relevant for understanding the effects of magnetic fields on atomic structures.

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Due to diamagnetism in certain substances such as water, does this cause a faster orbital spin due to the change in magnetic dipole moment induced by an external magnet? I'm doing a Science-fair project at the moment and this is eluding me

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I think diamagnetism occurs more by rotating the orbit, rather than increasing orbital speed, which is quantized and stays constant.
 

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