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Fireworks: The Science Behind the Spectacle

1998
This site explains the history of fireworks, the chemistry elements that make up fireworks, the physics which take place during every fireworks show, and the job of the pyrotechnician. Unfortunately, the Interactivity link is not available yet, but the graphics, scientific information, and bibliographies give any high school student a "behind the scenes" look at a fireworks show.

Team

AlanMediapolis High School, Mediapolis, IA, United States


BenMediapolis High School, Mediapolis, IA, United States


MarkMediapolis High School, Mediapolis, IA, United States


Age Range

19 & under

Coaches

Nancy CarterMediapolis High School, Mediapolis, IA, United States


Michael VanceMediapolis High School, Mediapolis, IA, United States


Lon RosineMediapolis High School, Mediapolis, IA, United States


Category

Science & Technology > Physical Science

Audience

All ages

Language

English, Spanish