Chemistry of pyrotechnics [electronic resource] : basic principles and theory / John A. Conkling, Chris Mocella.
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TextPublication details: Boca Raton, Fla. : CRC Press, 2010Edition: 2nd edDescription: xii, 219 p. : illISBN: 9781420018097 (electronic bk.)Subject(s): FireworksGenre/Form: Electronic books.DDC classification: 662/.1 LOC classification: TP300 | .C66 2010Online resources: Click to View Summary: "Chemistry of Pyrotechnics: Second Edition is simply the most definitive reference in this field. Author J.A. Conkling covers the requisite background in chemistry, thermodynamics, and light emission; introduces oxidizing agents, fuels, binders, and retardants; and then explores virtually every aspect of formulating pyrotechnics. Topics include the requirements for and preparation of high-energy mixtures, ignition and propagation, heat and delay compositions, and color and light production, including sparks, flitter, and glitter"-- Provided by publisher.
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"Chemistry of Pyrotechnics: Second Edition is simply the most definitive reference in this field. Author J.A. Conkling covers the requisite background in chemistry, thermodynamics, and light emission; introduces oxidizing agents, fuels, binders, and retardants; and then explores virtually every aspect of formulating pyrotechnics. Topics include the requirements for and preparation of high-energy mixtures, ignition and propagation, heat and delay compositions, and color and light production, including sparks, flitter, and glitter"-- Provided by publisher.
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