Pseudopolymorph

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-009640",
  "term": "Pseudopolymorph",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A crystalline solid that exhibits different crystal structures due to the incorporation of solvent molecules into its crystal lattice. These solvent molecules are an integral part of the crystal structure, leading to distinct physical properties compared to the solvent-free form. A common example is a hydrate, where water molecules are incorporated.",
  "synonyms": [
    "pseudopolymorphs"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "crystalline",
    "solvate"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 971. 'Glossary of terms related to pharmaceutics (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 995 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-04-10-14)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/pseudopolymorph/"
}