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collodion (kəlō`dēən), solution of pyroxylin pyroxylin (pīrŏk`sĭlĭn), partially nitrated cellulose (see nitrocellulose ). ..... Click the link for more information. in a mixture of alcohol and ether. Upon exposure to air, the solvents evaporate, leaving a thin, colorless, elastic film on any surface upon which the collodion has been spread. Collodion is the forerunner of the lacquer paints that are now widely used in the automobile industry. collodion [kə′lōd·ē·ən] (organic chemistry) Cellulose nitrate deposited from a solution of 60% ether and 40% alcohol, used for making fibers and film and in membranes for dialysis. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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