The molecular structure of plastic ice VII has surprised scientists (Representative picture). Under normal conditions, water exists in three phases: solid (ice), liquid (water), and gas (vapour or ...

Scientists have discovered a new form of water called "plastic ice VII" that exists under extreme pressures and temperatures, significantly different from typical water states. This discovery ...

What is Plastic Ice VII? Plastic Ice VII is a unique phase of water initially predicted through molecular dynamics (MD) simulations over 15 years ago. It combines the properties of both solids and ...

Scientists have now confirmed a fourth form of ice, called Plastic Ice VII. This rare phase allows water molecules to rotate freely while staying in a solid structure. The discovery, led by Livia ...