What is another word for pyrocellulose?
Pronunciation: [pˌa͡ɪɹə͡ʊsˈɛljuːlˌə͡ʊz] (IPA) 
Pyrocellulose is a flammable nitrocellulose polymer that is commonly used in the manufacturing of fireworks, lacquers, and photographic film. It has various synonyms and related terms that are used interchangeably in different contexts. These include cellulose nitrate, guncotton, flash paper, nitrocellulose, and collodion. Cellulose nitrate is a general term that refers to any cellulose that has been treated with nitric acid and has gained the ability to burn rapidly. Guncotton is another commonly used synonym that refers specifically to nitrocellulose that has been treated with a strong acid to increase its explosive qualities. Flash paper and collodion are specialized forms of pyrocellulose that are used in magic tricks and medical applications, respectively.
