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Strange metals are even weirder than scientists thought

A new insight could help researchers better understand high-temperature superconductors

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MAGNETIC PERSONALITY  Scientists used a powerful magnet (shown) to reveal the odd behavior of strange metals in strong magnetic fields.

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By Emily Conover

- More than 2 years ago

Curiouser and curiouser: Strange metals are getting a little stranger.

Normal metals such as copper and aluminum are old hat — physicists have a strong grasp on the behavior of the electrons within.