A glow stick is a single-use, translucent plastic tube containing isolated substances that, when combined, make light through chemiluminescence, so does not require an electrical power source. Glow sticks are often used for recreation, but may also be relied upon for light during military, police, fire, or EMS operations.
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Famous quotes containing the words glow and/or stick:
“Sensuality reconciles us with the human race. The misanthropy of the old is due in large part to the fading of the magic glow of desire.”
—Eric Hoffer (1902–1983)
“Spine hog,
how do you grow?
Little steel wings
that stick into me.
Knitting needles
that stick into me.”
—Anne Sexton (1928–1974)