How Do Fireworks Work?

The video explains the chemistry behind fireworks, focusing on the role of gunpowder, combustion, and metal salts. It details how fireworks are designed to produce colors, shapes, and sounds. The process involves a series of chemical reactions, starting with the ignition of gunpowder, which creates high-pressure gases that propel the firework into the air. Metal salts are used to produce vibrant colors, and their arrangement determines the firework's shape. The video provides a comprehensive overview of the science that makes fireworks spectacular.

What are the two key ingredients found in gunpowder?

Explain the role of the oxidizer in a firework's chemical reaction.

Describe the process that leads to the production of sound when a firework explodes.

How do metal salts contribute to the visual effects of fireworks?

What mechanism propels a firework into the air?