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.
If the finish comes off easily, you can remove the entire finish with the alcohol or thinner; paint and varnish remover isn't necessary. Work quickly -- alcohol and lacquer thinner evaporate fast. Clean small sections at a time, and change cloths frequently to keep the old finish from being reapplied to the furniture.hen the finish is off, go over the entire piece with a scraper to remove any remaining traces of finish. A furniture scraper is best, or use steel wool dipped in thinner. Always scrape with the wood grain, and be careful not to dig into the wood.