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Fireworks Displays: The chemistry of explosive entertainment

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Alumni Weekend
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Fireworks consultant, author and former Oxford chemist Dr Tom Smith explains the basic chemistry and construction of fireworks, and their use in modern fireworks displays.

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Series
Alumni Weekend
People
Tom Smith
Keywords
fireworks
chemistry
explosions
Department: Alumni Office
Date Added: 08/10/2013
Duration: 01:00:03

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