Conkling, John A. <br/><br/>
Chemistry of pyrotechnics :  basic principles and theory / 
John A. Conkling, Chris Mocella 
 - 2nd ed. 
 - Boca Raton, FL :  CRC Press,  c2011 
 - xii, 225 p. :  ill. (some col.) ;  25 cm. 
<br/><br/>Includes bibliographical references and index 
<br/><br/> "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"--$cProvided by publisher 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9781574447408 (hardback) 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Fireworks