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PHOTOFLASH POWDER COMPOSITION #15

SOURCE: SA Cyclopedia

COMMENTS:

DANGER/CAUTION
Magnesium-based flash powders are more sensitive and violent than those made with aluminum. Individuals inexperienced with flash are encouraged to avoid such compositions.

PREPARATION (parts by weight):

CHEMICALPERCENT/PARTSAMOUNT
Magnesium (fine)0.330
Barium nitrate0.490
Sulfur0.065
Beef suet0.115
Total