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 ...

There are hundreds of chemical formulas – or as I like to think of them, pyrotechnic recipes – for fireworks. These recipes ...

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Every year on the Fourth of July, the country lights up with bright and colorful fireworks in the sky. How do these fireworks get their colors? The answer is chemistry!

WHTM — Every year, millions of Americans gather together to celebrate our country on the Fourth of July by launching fireworks into the sky; but how are these fireworks made, and how are the different ...

It is that time of year when my poor dog cowers under the bed as the rocket's red glare of fireworks is seen and heard across the country. Perhaps I am stealing from my fellow writer and chemist, Dr.

This story originally appeared on Mental Floss. Every 4th of July, many Americans celebrate their nation’s independence with barbecues, family, and a fireworks display. Whether it’s a few small ...

The fireworks at Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Submitted by Palmetto Dunes and Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina For a brief moment in time we’re all captivated ...

Jul. 3—The American Pyrotechnics Association details how to safely set off fireworks to avoid injuries during Fourth of July activities. 1 How many people are injured by fireworks each year? Although ...