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What element is used inside balloons so they float?

Helium gas is most commonly used to fill balloons to make them float. Helium is lighter than air, which causes the balloon to rise and float.


Why do helium balloons fail to float?

Actually, they do float. They are lighter than air, so they are supposed to float.


Will warming helium balloons make them float?

Helium is lighter than air. so balloons filled with helium will float in air. warming will make them float or rise up faster.


What element is used inside balloons so it will float?

Helium is the gas usually used now. Hydrogen works, but is inflammable and so dangerous. There are also hot air balloons which require a heater to create the hot air and keep it hot.


Why do helium balloons float better than just air balloons?

helium is less dense than air. :) so helium will float better than air


Does hydrogen make balloons float?

Yes, hydrogen gas is lighter than air and can make balloons float. However, hydrogen is highly flammable and can be dangerous, so it is not commonly used today. Helium is a safer alternative for making balloons float.


What element is used more in making balloons?

Helium is a gas used to inflate lighter than air balloons.


Why a balloon is filled with helium gas instead of air?

So that the balloons float


Why does a helium balloom float in air?

Helium is lighter than air. so balloons filled with helium will float in air


What is one use of helium?

Helium is used for inflating balloons and dirigible airships.


Why helium used in balloons than other gases?

It's the 2nd lightest element so is less dense in air making it float. The 1st lightest element is hydrogen which is flammable which you wouldn't like at a 5 year old's birthday party.


Why is helium used in air balloons?

because it can float the balloon and its not flamable so it wont explode