The Newly Synthesized Crystal (IMAGE) Hokkaido University Caption The newly synthesized crystal is ferroelectric above room temperature (a-b, e-f) and turns into "plastic phase", meaning highly deformable, at higher temperature (a to c). The electric polarity of each molecule can be aligned in one direction by applying electric field as it cools (c to e). Credit Harada J. et al., July 11, 2016, <i>Nature Chemistry</i>, DOI: 10.1038/NCHEM.2567 Usage Restrictions This image is copyrighted and can be used for reporting scientific work described in this press release with an appropriate credit. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.