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The Chemistry of Fireworks—Reactions

In this reactions video, John A. Conkling, PhD, shows how the familiar rockets and other neat products that light up the night sky all represent chemistry in action

by American Chemical Society
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From the sizzle of the fuse to the boom and burst of colors, this video brings you all of the exciting sights and sounds of Fourth of July fireworks, plus a little chemical knowhow. John A. Conkling, Ph.D., shows how the familiar rockets and other neat products that light up the night sky all represent chemistry in action.

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