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    Chemicals in Diwali Crackers

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    • Date September 4, 2017
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    Diwali, the Festival of Lights in Indian Homes is synonymous with lamps, candles and fireworks as the people rejoice in the joy with loved ones. Being aware of high noise levels and air pollution during Diwali, let us have a look at the various toxic chemicals used in the fireworks.

    Noticing colorful sparks in the sky always brings a smile on your face. But ever wondered what made these sparks colorful and how good are those sparks for the Environment? Creating firework colors is a complex process different colors are the results of different elements.

    Major salts used for fireworks are

    • Barium salts
    • Calcium salts
    • Potassium salts
    • Sodium salts
    • Lithium salts
    • Strontium salts
    • Copper salts
    • Chromium salts
    • Toxic ElementFireworks UsageToxic Effect of Fallout Dust & Fumes
      Aluminumbrilliant whitesContact dermatitis, bioaccumulation
      Antimony sulfideglitter effectsToxic smoke, possible carcinogen
      Arsenic compoundsUsed as colorants. Sadly still out there.Toxic ash can cause lung cancer, skin irritation and wart formation.
      Barium Nitrateglittering greensPoisonous. Fumes can irritate respiratory tract. Possible radioactive fallout.
      Copper compoundsbluesPolychlorinated dioxins and dibenzofurans. Can bioaccumulate. Cancer risk.
      Hexachlorobenzene (HCB)Use was supposed to be banned globally.Persistent environmental toxin. Is a carcinogen, mutagen and a reproductive hazard.
      Lead Dioxide / Nitrate / ChlorideoxidizerBioaccumulation, developmental danger for kids & unborn babes, may remain airborne for days, poisonous to plants & animals
      Lithium compoundsblazing redsToxic and irritating fumes when burned
      Mercury (Mercurous chloride)chlorine donorToxic heavy metal. Can bioaccumulate.
      Nitric oxidefireworks byproductToxic by inhalation. Is a free radical
      Nitrogen dioxidefireworks byproductHighly toxic by inhalation. SIDS risk
      Ozonefireworks byproductGreenhouse gas that attacks & irritates lungs
      Perchlorate –Ammonium & Potassiumpropellant / oxidizerCan contaminate ground & surface waters, can cause thyroid problems in humans & animals
      Potassium Nitratein black powderToxic dusts, carcinogenic sulfur-coal compounds
      Strontium compoundsblazing redsCan replace calcium in the body. Strontium chloride is slightly toxic.
      Sulfur Dioxidegaseous byproduct of sulfur combustionAcid rain from sulphuric acid affects water sources, vegetation & causes property damage. SIDS risk.

      Basic Principle behind these colors is Excitation and de-excitation of electrons present in the atoms of salts.

      Celebrate eco-friendly Diwali

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