Chemistry · General introduction and importance of biomolecules

Which of the following has been used in the manufacture of non-inflammable photo

Which of the following has been used in the manufacture of non-inflammable photographic films?

  • A. Cellulose nitrate
  • B. Cellulose xanthate
  • C. cellulose perchlorate
  • D. Cellulose acetate

Step-by-step solution

Cellulose acetate is non-flammable and was historically used as a safety base for photographic films, replacing the highly flammable cellulose nitrate.
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