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What are the properties of hydrogen which makes it suitable for filling meteorological balloons?
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∙ 6y ago
both helium gas and hydrogen gas are less dense than air and therefore they float in normal air. however hydrogen is also very flammable and so if it is to be used for a balloon be very cautious. the Hindenburg disaster is famous case of a balloon using hydrogen and having disastrous effects.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 11y agoHelium is less dense than air. So balloons filled with helium will rise up int he air. This same attribute applies to hydrogen, methane and some other gases. The advantage of helium is that it in not flammable and presents a reduced fire hazard. On the negative side, helium is relatively rare and should not be wasted for non essential uses.
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