I WONDER - Can Fireworks Make Sounds?

Fireworks are not only visual spectacles but also produce sounds like popping, whistling, and bangs. These sounds are generated by pressure waves from the explosion of fireworks. Being too close to these explosions can cause hearing damage due to the loudness of the sound.

What types of sounds are commonly associated with fireworks?

• Ringing and clanging

• Popping, whistling, and bangs

• Humming and buzzing

• Sizzling and crackling

Which of the following is NOT a sound made by fireworks?

• Whistling

• Humming

• Popping

• Banging

What causes the sound of a firework?

• Pressure waves from the explosion

• The color of the firework

• The height of the firework

• The shape of the firework

Why can the sound of fireworks be dangerous?

• It can lead to hearing damage

• It can cause skin burns

• It can cause temporary blindness

• It can lead to dizziness

What should you be cautious of when near fireworks?

• The brightness of the colors

• The loudness of the sound

• The speed of the explosion

• The size of the firework