Cellulose sponge

Description

A sponge made from Regenerated cellulose. Cellulose sponges are highly absorbent, soft and durable. They are used for washing walls, painted surfaces, windows, and automobiles.

Synonyms and Related Terms

esponja de celulosa (Esp.); éponge cellulosique (Fr.); spugna di cellulosa (It.)

Hazards and Safety

Combustible.

Authority

• Richard S. Lewis, Hawley's Condensed Chemical Dictionary, Van Nostrand Reinhold, New York, 10th ed., 1993