The document discusses the parts, chemical reactions, and history of fireworks. It describes the main components of fireworks like the black powder fuse, bursting charge, and break. The chemical reaction involves adding raw materials, igniting an energy source to start the reaction, and using the fuse to light the black powder and cause the firework to explode. Different chemical compounds produce different colors when burned. The history section notes that fireworks originated in China and were brought to Italy by Marco Polo. Safety tips recommend having a designated shooter, only using fireworks outdoors, and being prepared with water and safety glasses.

1. Fireworks
By: Matthias, Noah, and Alex

2. Parts of a firework
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Black Powder- Used as the
fuse for the firework
Container- Used to store
the stars and element to
create the colors
Bursting charge- Placed in
the center of the shell to
push out all the material
Break- Located at the
bottom of the tube to rocket
the firework into the air

3. Chemical Reaction
1) Raw materials are added
2) Energy Source starts reaction
3) Fuse starts
4) The Black Powder lights
5) Gets to Breaking points
6) Firework explodes into a
beautiful display

4. What compounds make which colors
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Copper- blue
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Lithium- red
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Sodium- gold & yellow
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Calcium- deepens colors
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Strontium- red
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Barium- green
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Magnesium- bright white
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Antimony- glitter
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Titanium- sparks
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Zinc- sparks

5. History of Fireworks
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Marco polo brought
fireworks to Italy
Italy is fireworks capital of
the world
Originates is in china
Western explorers were
fascinated
Industrial age brought more
knowledge of fireworks

6. How designs and sounds
made
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Screech-small hole left open
Boom-sealed hole to create
boom sound
Whistle-smaller hole left open
Rainbow Effect- aluminum
powder, waterfall
Maroon Shell-loud bang

7. Safety Tips
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Designated shooter
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Alcohol + fireworks = !DISASTER!
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Outdoors only!
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Water at ready
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Safety Glasses
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Don't alter or modify
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Don't relight duds
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Electronic, signals for lighting