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Dinitrocellulose

Dinitrocellulose --> pyroxylin

(Science: chemistry) 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.

Synonym: pyroxyle.


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