How Fireworks Work

Join pyrotechnics expert Mike Tockstein as he takes you through the inner workings of a fireworks display shell. How fireworks work, how fireworks get their colors, and myths about fireworks. Have questions? Leave them in the comments below!
Our "How Fireworks Work" series:
► • How Crackling Firework...
► • How Fireworks Shapes a...
► • How to Tell the Differ...
► • How Hot Are Fireworks?
► • How High Do Fireworks Go?
► • High Explosives Vs. Lo...
► • How Do Whistling Firew...
► • Fireworks In A Hot Car...
► • How Fireworks Work
► • Can Fireworks Be Shot ...
► • Consumer Fireworks Vs ...
► • Would Fireworks Work o...
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00:00 Introduction
00:12 Dispelling a Myth
00:53 How a Firework Shell Works
01:26 Quickmatch Fuse
01:55 Lift Charge
02:23 Time Fuse
02:51 Burst Charge
03:37 Cross Matching
04:14 Stars
05:14 Pattern Shells
06:16 Shell Casing / Construction
06:48 Outro