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all non metals are nonmagnetic

not all non metals are non magnetic, there is a certain nonmetal that is magnetic but i am not really sure what is it.

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No, nonmetals are typically not magnetic because they do not have unpaired electrons in their outer shells, which are necessary for exhibiting magnetic properties. Materials must have unpaired electrons to create a magnetic field.

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