In the earliest days of the United States, John Adams wrote to his wife Abigail about the celebration of independence, “It ...

A staple for summertime activities- fireworks! Where do they get their characteristic color from? I traveled down to the ...

As America celebrates its 250th birthday this weekend, Meteorologist Kristen Currie dives into what gives fireworks their ...

Fireworks displays on Independence Day are created by the combination of different metal salts, which emit light at unique ...

Every Fourth of July, audiences look to the sky to witness a spectacular symphony of science. Dr. Marcy Towns, a chemistry ...

Skies across the United States will be lit up by splashes of colors followed by thunderous booms on July Fourth as people coast to coast celebrate Independence Day. Every firework display is unique, ...

Fireworks will be lighting up the night sky through the long holiday weekend. While watching the show, you may wonder, ‘How do they get their vivid colors?’ It all comes down to a little bit of ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio — As we gear up for Independence Day celebrations, many of us are looking forward to the dazzling firework displays that light up the summer night sky. But while you’re enjoying those ...

The periodic table of elements you learned about in chemistry class is responsible for the beautiful display of colors we see ...