Dear WW: here is a site about your LifeSaver chewing:

Triboluminescence
Triboluminescence What happens when you crush a Wint-O-Green Lifesaver in a dark
room? WARNING!!! Wear safety goggles if you try this! Triboluminescence ...
http://www.geocities.com/RainForest/9911/tribo.htm
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