Video: Sparklers in super slow-motion

Sparklers in super slow-motion (video)
Credit: The American Chemical Society

As Independence Day approaches, people across the country are getting ready to celebrate with fireworks. Sparklers are a classic crowd-pleaser, and this week Reactions looks at the chemistry of these July 4th mainstays in super slow-motion.

Watch as the special chemical composition of sparklers creates a prolonged, magical experience.

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