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Fireworks use solid oxidizers within the chemical makeup of the charge. The chemical oxidizer fulfills the need for both oxygen and fuel in the fire equation. All that is needed is heat. Or just the surronding air.
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∙ 9y agoThe oxygen in a firework comes from the solid oxidizers. When these solid oxidizers are exposed to heat, the oxygen naturally forms.
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∙ 8y agoThe oxygen is contained in the powder in the form of oxidizing salts, mainly various nitrates, chlorates, and perchlorates.
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∙ 6y agoIt is in solid state as part of the mixture in firework. The firework mixture contains an oxidant that is rich in oxygen (Potassium Nitrate) and when this is heated it releases its Oxygen.
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Do fireworks contain oxygen?
Yes. Every firework has oxygen in it. Fireworks require oxygen to burn, However it isn't pure oxygen. It's always in a compound such as potassium nitrate, (KNO3) potassium perchlorate, (KClO4) or potassium chlorate (KClO3)
Where does the heat come from a firework iS SET OFF?
The flame
How fast can a firework burn through your skin?
1 second, honey!
Where does the energy from a firework come from?
The flame
Does oxygen make things burn brighter?
Oxygen is what makes things burn at all. The more oxygen there is, the brighter it can burn.
Do fireworks contain oxygen?
Yes. Every firework has oxygen in it. Fireworks require oxygen to burn, However it isn't pure oxygen. It's always in a compound such as potassium nitrate, (KNO3) potassium perchlorate, (KClO4) or potassium chlorate (KClO3)
Where does the heat come from a firework iS SET OFF?
The flame
Does oxygen come out of a pinecone when you burn it?
No. Burning a pinecone or any other flammable material will consume oxygen.
How fast can a firework burn through your skin?
1 second, honey!
Where does the energy from a firework come from?
The flame
Can you turn a tampon into a firework?
no because the tampon's cloth will not burn correctly. But you can make a fire out of it.
Will oxygen and iron burn?
Iron will burn in pure oxygen.
Does oxygen make things burn brighter?
Oxygen is what makes things burn at all. The more oxygen there is, the brighter it can burn.
Does the burn ban affect fireworks in Texas cause it rained a lot?
Yes. Firework shows are often canceled due to burn bans.
Where does the heat come from when a firework is set ff?
the match
When the fuise ignites the contents of a firework oxygen is consumed as result of which type of change?
Nuclear
When the fuse ignited the contents of a firework oxygen is consumed as a result of which type of change?
chemical
