Introduction

Firework Science -This is an exciting demonstration talk about the Chemistry of pyrotechnics. It isn't just a lecture, it is a performance that will have the audience on the edge of their seats with excitement, laughter and sheer fascination. Matthew Tosh will be presenting "The Fire Science Show” and will demonstrate concepts such as oxidation, rates of reaction, exothermic reactions and the control of energy releases to produce different sound effects. These will be shown using a combination of table-top demonstrations and professional pyrotechnics. He'll also take the audience through some of the physical chemistry behind colours, including electron transitions as well as a behind-the-scenes look at a professional firework rig and how the various colours and sounds are put into action to create a fireworks display.

Venue

Odyssey Arena Belfast

Odyssey Arena Belfast, 2 Queens Quay, Belfast, BT3 9QQ, United Kingdom

Organised by

Sentinus Young Innovators Festival

Contact information

Angela McKeown
RSC Regional Coordinator, Queen's University Belfast, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Belfast, BT9 5AG, United Kingdom
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