What is another word for cellulose nitrate?
Pronunciation: [sˈɛljuːlˌə͡ʊz nˈa͡ɪtɹe͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Cellulose nitrate, also known as nitrocellulose, is an important and versatile material that has been used in a variety of industrial and commercial applications. However, it is sometimes necessary to refer to cellulose nitrate using different synonyms or alternative names. Some common synonyms for cellulose nitrate include nitrocellulose, gun cotton, pyroxylin, and flash paper. Other related terms that may be used to describe cellulose nitrate include nitrocellulose lacquer, nitrate film, and celluloid, which is a type of thermoplastic material made from cellulose nitrate and camphor. Although these terms are often used interchangeably, they may have slightly different chemical compositions or physical properties.
