Why do atomic nuclei with odd number of protons behave as magnets when introduced to a magnetic field?

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Why do atomic nuclei with odd number of protons behave as magnets when introduced to a magnetic field?

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Protons have a magnetic moment/spin just like electrons do, if you have an even number then they pair up with each in the pair having opposite spins so they cancel out, if you have an odd number then there will always be one left without a partner

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