Endocytosis is an energy-using process by which cells absorb molecules (such as proteins) by engulfing them. Wikipedia is your friend : Exocytosis... is the durable, energy-consuming process by which a cell directs the contents of secretory vesicles out of the cell membrane and into the extracellular space. and.
I think you are over thinking this problem. I am a woodworker and love working with wood. Water is not good for wood, wax will not clean wood. If you had dirty kitchen cabinets, dirt, wax and grease you would try mineral spirits since it would remove the wax and grease and not raise the grain or remove the finish. Find a hidden area of the floor and give it a light try.
How to Make Hardwood Floors Shine Without Toxic Chemicals. Chemicals aren't necessary to make wood floors shine. The deep shine and luster of a properly cleaned wood floor adds warmth to a room. Unfortunately, many wood floor cleaners contain toxic chemicals that you may not want in your home. Plain water won't clean the floors and make them shine. Water can actually damage the floor, depending on the finish, since the wood absorbs the moisture and swells.