Which consequence results when a molecular crystal is quenched?

💡 Explanation

The crystal retains high-temperature structure, a kinetically trapped non-equilibrium state, because the molecular reorientation required for equilibrium is suppressed by low temperatures limiting Molecular Relaxation. Therefore, the high temperature form 'freezes in,' rather than adopting the ground state alternative favored at the quench temperature.

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