Question: A student was recrystallizing a compound. As the hot solution cooled to room temperature, no crystals appeared. The flask was then placed in an icewater

A student was recrystallizing a compound. As the hot solution cooled to room temperature, no crystals appeared. The flask was then placed in an icewater bath. Suddenly a large amount of solid material appeared in the flask. The student isolated a good yield of product however, the product melting point was lower than expected. Explain.

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