Tuesday, March 18, 2008
A firework is classified as a low explosive pyrotechnic device used primarily for aesthetic and entertainment purposes. The most common use of a firework is as part of a fireworks display.
Fireworks (devices) take many forms to produce the four primary effects: noise, light, smoke, and floating materials (confetti for example). They may be designed to burn with colored flames and sparks. Displays are common throughout the world and are the focal point of many different cultural and religious celebrations.
Fireworks were originally invented by the Chinese, for entertainment purposes, as a natural extension of the Chinese invention of gunpowder. In China, they were first made by firework masters who were well respected for their knowledge of the many complex techniques used to create truly dazzling firework displays. Such important events and festivities as New Year's and the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival were and still are times when fireworks are guaranteed sights.
Fireworks (devices) take many forms to produce the four primary effects: noise, light, smoke, and floating materials (confetti for example). They may be designed to burn with colored flames and sparks. Displays are common throughout the world and are the focal point of many different cultural and religious celebrations.
Fireworks were originally invented by the Chinese, for entertainment purposes, as a natural extension of the Chinese invention of gunpowder. In China, they were first made by firework masters who were well respected for their knowledge of the many complex techniques used to create truly dazzling firework displays. Such important events and festivities as New Year's and the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival were and still are times when fireworks are guaranteed sights.
Environmental impact
Some fisherman have noticed and reported to environmental authorities that firework residues can hurt fish and other waterlife because some may contain toxic compounds such as antimony sulfide. This is a subject of much debate due to the fact that large-scale pollution from other sources makes it difficult to measure the amount of pollution that comes specifically from fireworks.
History of Fireworkes
Fireworks was founded in 1982 as a magazine for firework history enthusiasts. It soon developed into a general magazine on all things fireworks, and includes news, views, and information. It is published twice yearly.
One of its original aims was to ensure that old fireworks and firework memorabilia were not lost. Fireworks admirably continues that endeavour, publishing pages of colour pictures of fireworks which ensure that those who smelt the smoke before and during the forties, fifties, sixties and seventies are able, again, to enjoy seeing the fireworks of the past, and younger enthusiasts to see what they missed!
One of its original aims was to ensure that old fireworks and firework memorabilia were not lost. Fireworks admirably continues that endeavour, publishing pages of colour pictures of fireworks which ensure that those who smelt the smoke before and during the forties, fifties, sixties and seventies are able, again, to enjoy seeing the fireworks of the past, and younger enthusiasts to see what they missed!
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