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They light up because of chemoluminescence. Basically, there's a chemical reaction going on, and one of the products of that reaction is energy in the form of light.

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What type of light do glow sticks react to?

Glow sticks react to chemical light, which involves a chemical reaction between two substances inside the stick. This reaction produces light without needing an external energy source like electricity.


What is the effect of temperature on glow sticks?

The warmer conditions the glow stick is in the brighter it will light up but for a short amount of time . However, on low temperature conditions the glow stick will light up for a longer time period but it will not light up as bright


How do glow sticks capture light?

Glow sticks contain a chemical solution that undergoes a chemical reaction when mixed with another chemical found in the stick. This reaction releases energy in the form of light, producing the glow. The stick also contains a fluorescent dye that helps to create the different colors we see.


What type energy does glow sticks use?

Glow sticks use chemical energy that is converted into light energy through a chemical reaction. Inside the glow stick, two different chemicals are mixed to produce light when they react with each other.


Do glow sticks glow longer in the dark or light?

The better question is does a glow stick glow longer in hot or cold environments. Here since its a chemical reaction heat acts as a catalyst and speeds up the process. So in warm weather you'll get brighter glow that lasts significantly shorter then a glow stick in a cold environment. Funny enough if you cool down a glow stick enough (about -60 F) then the process will stop altogether.

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Do you put glow in the dark sticks in the dark or leave it in the light?

Glow sticks will show up better if you put them in the dark instead of leaving them in the light. Glow sticks are activated by breaking the tube inside and shaking them.


Are glow sticks exothermic or endothermic glow sticks?

Glow sticks are exothermic.Exothermic is when heat/energy is released. And that is exactly what glow sticks do. but the energy being released is in the form of light.


How do you make glow sticks?

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What type of light do glow sticks react to?

Glow sticks react to chemical light, which involves a chemical reaction between two substances inside the stick. This reaction produces light without needing an external energy source like electricity.


What is the effect of temperature on glow sticks?

The warmer conditions the glow stick is in the brighter it will light up but for a short amount of time . However, on low temperature conditions the glow stick will light up for a longer time period but it will not light up as bright


Why don't glow sticks last forever?

Glow sticks contain chemicals that undergo a chemical reaction to produce light. This reaction has a limited lifespan, and once all the chemical components have reacted, the glow stick will no longer produce light. This is why glow sticks do not last forever.


How can I recharge glow sticks?

To recharge glow sticks, expose them to a bright light source for a few hours. This will help the chemicals inside the glow sticks to become activated again, allowing them to glow brightly once more.


Does temperature affect the chemical reactions in glow sticks or light sticks?

Yes, temperature can affect the chemical reactions in glow sticks. Lower temperatures can slow down the reaction, making the glow stick glow less brightly but last longer. Higher temperatures can speed up the reaction, causing the glow stick to glow more brightly but fade more quickly.


Do glow sticks have acid in them?

No, glow sticks do not contain acid. The chemical reaction that produces light in a glow stick typically involves hydrogen peroxide and a phenyl oxalate ester. When these compounds mix together, they produce light through a process called chemiluminescence.


What are the light sticks called on the movie Journey to the Center of the Earth?

Try Glow sticks.


Why do glow sticks emit light?

Glow sticks emit light through a chemical reaction called chemiluminescence. Inside the stick, two chemicals are mixed together, causing them to react and produce light without generating heat. This reaction creates the glowing effect that we see in glow sticks.


Is the element radon used in glow sticks?

No, radon is not used in glow sticks. Glow sticks typically contain chemicals that produce light through a chemical reaction, such as hydrogen peroxide and phenyl oxalate ester. Radon is a radioactive gas and not suitable for use in glow sticks.