How is the magnet being affected in this diamagnetic application?

In summary, the magnet in a diamagnetic application experiences a repulsive force due to the induced magnetic fields in the diamagnetic material, which opposes the external magnetic field. This results in a weak but measurable effect that causes the diamagnetic material to repel the magnet, leading to levitation or movement away from the magnetic source.
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I am using an exremely stong magnet to deflect a diamagnetic substance( in this case water) Is the magnet being deflected against the dianagnetic
Or is the defection only present in the diamagnetic substance?
 
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Both are deflected by each other. Newton's third law. :wink:
 
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Yes I have heard that there are only 2 types of people in the world, those who realize the validity of Newtons third law and those who don't.
 
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