Melting Temperature Hidden Behind Liquid-Liquid Phase Transition in Glycerol.

Abstract

Liquid-liquid phase transitions play a pivotal role in various scientific disciplines and technological applications, ranging from biology to materials science and geophysics. Understanding the behavior of materials undergoing these transitions provides valuable insights into complex systems and their dynamic properties. This review explores the implications of liquid-liquid phase transitions, particularly focusing on the transition between low-density liquid (LDL) and high-density liquid (HDL) phases. We investigate the thermodynamic, structural, and mechanistic aspects of these transitions, emphasizing their relevance in diverse fields. The creation of dynamic heterogeneities and critical fluctuations during liquid-liquid phase transitions is discussed, highlighting their role in shaping the phase behavior and dynamics of complex fluids. Experimental observations, including the use of dielectric spectroscopy and nonlinear methods, shed light on the intricate nature of these transitions. Our findings suggest a connection between liquid-liquid phase transitions and critical phenomena, with implications for understanding the supercooled state and phase behavior of hydrogen-bonded liquids such as glycerol. Overall, this review underscores the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in unraveling the complexities of liquid-liquid phase behavior and addressing fundamental questions.