Diamagnetism is found in:
AOnly non-metals
BAll substances
COnly insulators
DOnly liquids
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. All substances
Every substance has a diamagnetic effect, though it is usually masked by paramagnetism or ferromagnetism.
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