The presence of non-magnetic atoms can create a random internal field in magnetic crystals. Tuning that field from outside allows the intrinsic magnetic properties of the material to be precisely controlled.
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Fisk, Z. Managed mess. Nature 448, 546–547 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1038/448546b
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