Some questions on superconductors

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This discussion clarifies the distinctions between superconductors and perfect conductors. A superconductor is defined as a perfect conductor exhibiting zero resistivity and perfect diamagnetism, characterized by the Meissner effect. In contrast, a perfect conductor, while also having zero resistivity, does not exhibit the Meissner effect and can trap magnetic flux. Understanding these differences is crucial for applications in advanced materials and electromagnetic systems.

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Here are some questions on superconductors that I would like ask-
The first one is What are the differences between superconductors and infinite conductors?
 
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What is a infinite conductor? Do you mean a perfect conductor (zero resistivity)?

In that case, the difference is that a superconductor is a perfect conductor that is also a perfect diamagnet (the Meissner effect).
 
A perfect conductor would trap magnetic flux, while a superconductor expels magnetic flux.
 

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