nitrocellulose
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- noun
- /ˌnaɪtroʊˈsɛljʊloʊs/
- Specialized
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nitrocelulosa
- The data from this study clearly demonstrated that in-vessel composting was effective in degrading the nitrocellulose from two nitrocellulose-based propellants.
Again, it's been turned into nitrocellulose and we'll see if this rocket can fly.
- Again, it's been turned into nitrocellulose and we'll see if this rocket can fly.
Examples
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While many of the metabolic pathways are yet unknown, there is ample evidence that microbes are effective in the degradation of nitrocellulose and that composting is a viable treatment option for this waste stream.
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Nitrocellulose is often used in the production of nitrocellulose explosives due to its high flammability.
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Samples of the propellant, which contained primarily nitrocellulose, were used to make the analytical standards.
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Therefore, the present study was conducted to document the ability of in-vessel composting to degrade the nitrocellulose content of two commonly used propellants.
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While many of the metabolic pathways still need to be identified, Texas A&M University studies verify the effectiveness of microbes in degrading nitrocellulose and that composting is a viable treatment process.
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The SG '50s Tribute looks great in your choice of Heritage Cherry, Vintage Sunburst, or Ebony Black finish, all finished in Vintage Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer.
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The SG '60s Tribute looks great in your choice of Heritage Cherry, Vintage Sunburst, or Ebony Black finish, all finished with Vintage Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer.
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All this, and the 2013 Les Paul Studio looks stunning in your choice of Ebony, Alpine White, Wine Red, or Vintage Sunburst finish, all in high-gloss nitrocellulose lacquer, or Goldtop with dark back and neck.
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Many film producers rely on nitrocellulose for creating flexible, durable film stock.
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The artist chose a nitrocellulose lacquer to achieve a glossy finish on her painting.
Synonyms
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A very flammable material made from chemicals with nitrogen and oxygen used in old movie film
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A highly flammable material made from cotton and strong acid used in explosives and varnish
A very flammable material made from plant fibers and a strong acid, used in lacquers, early photographic film, and explosives
A very flammable chemical made from plant fibers used to make early plastics, film, and shiny coatings
A very flammable chemical used to make photographic film, plastics, and varnish
A strong, light material made from cotton treated with acid used in films and explosives
A chemical from plant material that burns easily and is used to make smokeless powder
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Etymology
The word nitrocellulose combines nitro- meaning 'nitrogen' and cellulose meaning 'plant fiber', the material in wood or cotton. So, nitrocellulose is plant fiber changed by a strong chemical called nitric acid, which is why it is very flammable and used for explosives and old film.