| Description |
1 online resource (xvii, 117 pages) : illustrations, portrait |
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RSC paperbacks |
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RSC paperbacks.
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| Contents |
Historical introduction -- The characteristics of black powder -- Rockets -- Mines and shells -- Fountains -- Sparklers -- Bangers -- Roman candles -- Gerbs and wheels -- Special effects -- Firework safety -- Fireworks legislation |
| Summary |
For centuries fireworks have been a source of delight and amazement in cultures around the world. But what produces their dazzling array of effects? This book takes you behind the scenes to explore the chemistry and physics behind the art of pyrotechnics. Topics covered include history and characteristics of gunpowder; principles behind each of the most popular firework types: rockets, shells, fountains, sparklers, bangers, roman candles and wheels; special effects, including sound effects, coloured smokes and electrical firing; firework safety for private use and displays; and firework legislation. The Chemistry of Fireworks is aimed at students with A level qualifications or equivalent. The style is concise and easy to understand, and the theory of fireworks is discussed in terms of well-known scientific concepts wherever possible. It will also be a useful source of reference for anyone studying pyrotechnics as applied to fireworks. Review Extracts "a worthwhile addition to the pyrotechnist's library" Fireworks "a useful source of information which makes absorbing reading." Angewandte Chemie, International Edition |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 110-111) and index |
| Notes |
Master and use copy. Digital master created according to Benchmark for Faithful Digital Reproductions of Monographs and Serials, Version 1. Digital Library Federation, December 2002. http://purl.oclc.org/DLF/benchrepro0212 MiAaHDL |
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English |
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Restricted: Printing from this resource is governed by The Legal Deposit Libraries (Non-Print Works) Regulations (UK) and UK copyright law currently in force. WlAbNL |
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Print version record |
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digitized 2010 HathiTrust Digital Library committed to preserve pda MiAaHDL |
| Subject |
Fireworks.
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fireworks (explosive equipment)
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Chemistry.
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Chemical & Biochemical.
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Science.
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Fireworks
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Vuurwerk.
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Chemische reacties.
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Fogos de artifício.
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Feux d'artifice.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9781847552037 |
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184755203X |
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