I Matter cutting by destabilising of atoms bonding

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is there a theoretical way to cut solid mater by disrupting the electron field holding atoms together
 
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Yes.

One could for example replace the electrons with muons, changing field configuration thus disrupting crystal structure.

That's a bit exotic since muons are rare.

More practically one could use another stronger field to disrupt a weaker field. An example would be using the strong field of steel to cut a weaker bond in cellulose. This is the principal behind a wood saw.
 
Yes. Use a knife.You will disrupt the electron field.
 
nasu said:
Yes. Use a knife.You will disrupt the electron field.
i was thinking of quartz crystals , granite in particular
 

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