glass-forming liquids

Glass-forming liquids are substances that can transition from a fluid to a solid state without crystallizing, by cooling rapidly enough to avoid forming a regular crystal structure. When cooled below their melting point, they become glass—amorphous solids with a disordered atomic arrangement, like window glass. Unlike typical liquids, which flow easily, glass-forming liquids progressively slow down and become rigid, maintaining a disordered state. This process is fundamental in producing various materials like glass, plastics, and certain metals, where controlled cooling prevents crystal formation and results in a durable, transparent, or malleable material.