Can Electric or Magnetic Fields Induce Liquid to Gas Transitions?

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The discussion explores the possibility of inducing a liquid-to-gas transition using electric or magnetic fields. Participants note that while magnetic fields can influence certain liquids, particularly those with ferrous materials, there is no established method for achieving a gas state through these fields. The conversation also touches on the conductivity of gases, highlighting that while plasmas can conduct electricity, neutral gases typically do not. The mention of metallic elements like uranium hexafluoride suggests a potential area for further exploration. Overall, the feasibility of using electric or magnetic fields for this phase transition remains uncertain.
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Hi

I asked a question recently about changing state from solid to liquid. The answers were very helpful. Now I have a similar question:

How about changing state from liquid to gas in the presence of an electric / magnetic field? Is that possible?

Thanks
Roger
 
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I haven't heard of such a thing. As mentioned before, such liquids work because of magnetic alignment of ferrous materials in a colloid. They're like Jell-o that you can turn on and off.
This seems to overlap with a different thread about whether or not a gas can conduct electricity. A plasma, can, but I'm not sure about a neutral gas. Maybe something with metallic elements such as uranium hexafluoride? :confused:
 

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