Meaning Of The Word Celloidin

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Celloidin Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Celloidin?

celloidin in American English
a clear, concentrated, semisolid solution of pyroxylin used in microscopy for embedding specimens that are to be cut into thin cross sections
noun: a concentrated form of pyroxylin used to embed tissues for cutting and microscopic examination

celloidin in British English
noun: a nitrocellulose compound derived from pyroxylin, used in a solution of alcohol and ether for embedding specimens before cutting sections for microscopy

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