Clathrate hydrates are crystalline structures formed when water molecules trap gas molecules, such as methane or carbon dioxide, within their lattice. These hydrates typically form under high pressure and low temperature conditions, often found in deep ocean sediments or permafrost regions. These structures are of interest for various reasons, including their potential as an energy source and their role in climate change. When clathrate hydrates destabilize, they can release trapped gases into the atmosphere, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and impacting global temperatures.