Physicists identify 'octupolar' magnetism, with implications for quantum technologies

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Most magnets have two poles: north and south, or positive and negative, in a familiar arrangement called a "dipole." But researchers are increasingly uncovering more complex forms of magnetism.

Most magnets have two poles: north and south, or positive and negative, in a familiar arrangement called a "dipole." But researchers are increasingly uncovering more complex forms of magnetism. This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking science. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.

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