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How do fireworks work? A pyrotechnics chemist explains the science behind the brilliant colors and sounds

For many people around the world, the very first moments of the new year will be filled with the sounds and colorful light shows of fireworks. From loud bangs to long whistles, bright reds to pale ...
NBC Montana

3D Weather: Lighting up the science of fireworks

MISSOULA, Mont. — Fireworks are part of countless celebrations around the world, including the celebration of America’s Independence Day. Spectacular arrays of color have been mesmerizing us for years ...
The Gazette

Here’s how fireworks work on the Fourth of July

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. CEDAR RAPIDS — Among holiday celebrations, nothing quite holds a candle to the commercial fireworks ...
Labroots

The Chemistry and Logistics Behind Fireworks and Firework Shows

It’s that time of year again, when we light up the barbeques and fireworks to celebrate another fantastic July 4th, with this year being America’s 247th birthday since the signing of the Declaration ...
KRDO

See how fireworks work, and where to watch in Southern Colorado

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- Pyro technicians in Colorado Springs showed KRDO 13's Bradley Davis how they prepare fireworks ahead of tonight's big shows, like the one at 9:15 p.m. at the Patty ...