This article introduces the CVF model, a theoretical framework developed by researchers at the University of Barcelona to explain the anomalous properties of water under extreme conditions. This model incorporates advanced quantum calculations to accurately describe water’s thermodynamic properties and reveals a critical point between two liquid forms of water. This critical point is identified as the source of water’s unique behavior, which is vital for life and various technological applications. The model provides insights into quantum interactions between water molecules, influencing energy exchange and molecular processes, with implications for understanding neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Beyond biology, the CVF model has potential applications in biotechnology, such as water-based memory devices and graphene sponges for impurity separation. While effective across a range of conditions, the model’s limitations under extreme pressures and temperatures highlight areas for future refinement.
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