What's the difference between pyroxylin and pyroxyline?

Pyroxylin


Definition:

  • (n.) A substance resembling gun cotton in composition and properties, but distinct in that it is more highly nitrified and is soluble in alcohol, ether, etc.; -- called also pyroxyle.

Example Sentences:

  • (1) Collodion is a solution of pyroxylin in a solution of 75% ether and 25% alcohol.

Pyroxyline


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