I WONDER - What Are Fireworks Made Of?

Fireworks are composed of various chemicals and materials, including gunpowder, which makes them explosive. When ignited, the gunpowder burns, producing light and color. The chemical reactions in fireworks create the vibrant colors and shapes seen in the sky. Different chemicals produce different colors: copper for blue, sodium for yellow, and strontium for red.

What is the primary component in fireworks that makes them explosive?

• Strontium

• Sodium

• Gunpowder

• Copper

What happens when a firework is ignited?

• It produces a sound

• It releases smoke

• It creates a burst of light and color

• It changes shape

Which chemical is responsible for producing a blue color in fireworks?

• Strontium

• Sodium

• Copper

• Potassium

What color does sodium produce in fireworks?

• Green

• Red

• Blue

• Yellow

Which element is used to create a red color in fireworks?

• Barium

• Strontium

• Sodium

• Copper