Maximum number of mutually immiscible liquid phases

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The discussion centers on the maximum number of mutually immiscible liquid phases that can exist without chemical reactions. It highlights the example of mixing water and oil, which results in two distinct phases, and notes that some cosmetic products can create three immiscible phases. Participants are exploring the theoretical limits of immiscibility in liquid mixtures. The conversation seeks to identify the maximum number of different liquid species that can coexist in such a system. The inquiry emphasizes the scientific curiosity about the nature of liquid phase interactions.
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Hi All
When mixing water and oil, one produces an immiscible system of two liquid phases. Some cosmetic products for women offer three immiscible liquids, producing three liquid phases. What is in nature the maximum number of mutually immiscible liquids (that can be all put together with no chemical reaction between them) ?

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DaTario
 
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I am not sure I could express myself clearly. My question is the following:

How many different liquid species there exist that form a system with maximum number of immiscible phases.

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DaTario
 
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