The science of fireworks

How did Chinese incendiaries made from honey lead to the development of gunpowder? Why do the loud bangs of fireworks have their origins in photography? Join Chris Bishop, 2008 Christmas Lecturer, for a spectacular family talk packed with pyrotechnic chemistry demonstrations.
Venue: The Royal Institution
Start date: Tue, 05 Nov 2013 18:00:00 +0000
End date: Tue, 05 Nov 2013 19:00:00 +0000

Source: Nature Network London - Upcoming Events - August 19, 2013 Category: Science Source Type: events