Magnetization of small lead particles

S. Reich, G. Leitus, R. Popovitz-Biro, M. Schechter

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Abstract

The magnetization of an ensemble of isolated lead grains of sizes ranging from 4 to 1000 nm is measured. A sharp disappearance of the Meissner effect with a lowering of the grain size is observed for the smaller grains. This is a direct observation by magnetization measurement of the occurrence of a critical particle size for superconductivity, which is consistent with Anderson’s criterion.

Original languageEnglish
JournalPhysical Review Letters
Volume91
Issue number14
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Jan 2003
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Physics and Astronomy (all)

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