Science Of Fireworks: Trivia Facts Quiz

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1.

Calcium is used in fireworks to:
- A.
  
  Produce sound effects
- B.
  
  Deepen colors
- C.
  
  Burn brighter and longer
2.

Chemically speaking, what is the hardest color to produce in fireworks?
- A.
  
  Red
- B.
  
  Green
- C.
  
  Blue
3.

What is used to make fireworks burn longer and brighter?
- A.
  
  Titanium
- B.
  
  Oxygen
- C.
  
  Zinc
4.

What is used in fireworks to create smoke clouds?
- A.
  
  Oxygen
- B.
  
  Titanium
- C.
  
  Zinc
5.

What is used to create sparks in fireworks?
- A.
  
  Titanium
- B.
  
  Oxygen
- C.
  
  Zinc
6.

Beautiful visual effects are created in fireworks by:
- A.
  
  Slower reactions and burning
- B.
  
  Fast explosions
- C.
  
  Combining small grains of fuel with an oxidizer
7.

The colors you see in fireworks happen as:
- A.
  
  Electrons are calming down and energy is converted.
- B.
  
  Energy from the fire is transferred and turned into light.
- C.
  
  Electrons are speeding up and energy is created.
8.

Sparklers can burn at a range of temperatures. Which temperature below is most accurate?
- A.
  
  270 degrees Fahrenheit
- B.
  
  2,700 degrees Fahrenheit
- C.
  
  27,000 degrees Fahrenheit
9.

What kind of light is produced using energy sources other than heat?
- A.
  
  Cosmic rays
- B.
  
  Incandescence
- C.
  
  Luminescence
10.

Fireworks are a part of many celebrations every year but it's important to remember:
- A.
  
  Fireworks should only be handled by professionals. Have a safe and Happy 4th of July!!
- B.
  
  Fireworks should only be handled by professionals. Have a safe and Happy 4th of July!!
- C.
  
  Fireworks should only be handled by professionals. Have a safe and Happy 4th of July!!
- D.
  
  All of the above.