The chemistry of fireworks / Michael S. Russell.
Publication details: Cambridge, UK : RSC Pub., c2009.Edition: 2nd edDescription: xxii, 169 p. : ill. ; 23 cmISBN:- 0854041273
- 9780854041275
- 662/.1 22
- TP300 .R87 2009
Contents:
Historical introduction -- The characteristics of black powder -- Rockets -- Mines and shells -- Fountains -- Sparklers -- Bangers -- Roman candles -- Gerbs and wheels -- Special effects -- Fireworks safety -- Fireworks legislation.
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 161-163) and index.
Historical introduction -- The characteristics of black powder -- Rockets -- Mines and shells -- Fountains -- Sparklers -- Bangers -- Roman candles -- Gerbs and wheels -- Special effects -- Fireworks safety -- Fireworks legislation.