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levitating particles

Levitating particles are tiny objects that appear to float or hover in midair, often achieved through specialized techniques. This can be done using electromagnetic fields, where magnetic forces counteract gravity, or through acoustic waves, where sound vibrations create pressure zones that suspend particles. Some phenomena also involve laser beams trapping particles with light pressure, known as optical trapping or optical tweezers. These methods manipulate particles precisely without physical contact, allowing scientists to study, assemble, or move microscopic objects for research, medicine, and industry.