That dazzling fireworks display? It’s more than just celebration—it’s chemistry in action. In this video, USGS reveals how the minerals behind red, green, and blue sparks—like strontium, barium, and ...

Fireworks shoot from the Hatch Shell as confetti falls during the annual Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular on the Esplanade, Tuesday, July 4, 2017, in Boston. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer) Every ...

KOCO 5 Meteorologist Sabrina Bates explains the chemistry behind the vibrant colors of Fourth of July fireworks.

The fireworks you enjoy every 4th of July are the result of a chain of chemical reactions. When a firework container is lit, its contents of colored explosives called "stars" light up the sky.

The chemistry behind a firework. by Will Stafford & Melissa LeFevre . Wed, July 4th 2018 at 12:55 PM. Updated Wed, July 4th 2018 at 1:00 PM. 3. VIEW ALL PHOTOS. What Makes A Firework. TOPICS: ...

A staple for summertime activities- fireworks! Where do they get their characteristic color from? I traveled down to the College of Charleston’s general chemistry lab to show you. What we’ll … ...

If you’ve ever wondered how fireworks get their color, it all comes down to science, specifically metal salts. When fireworks are ignited, the intense heat triggers a chemical reaction that releases ...

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 ...

The chemistry behind colorful fireworks Different elements are used to create the color explosions in the night sky. To stream WLTX 19 on your phone, you need the WLTX 19 app.

COLUMBIA, S.C. — No 4th of July celebration is complete without fireworks. There’s some interesting science behind how sparkling colors are made. While fireworks are used for many celebrations ...