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People generally use helium in balloons because helium is lighter than the air in our atmosphere (mostly carbon dioxide and oxygen), so it floats. As opposed to filling it with oxygen or carbon dioxide, where it would just sink to the ground because it has the same weight as the air it is in.
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How or in what is helium used?
either for balloons, or whip it's.
When was the first year the Macy's Thanksgiving day parade used helium balloons?
Trick question. The first year Macy's used helium-filled balloons was 1928. The first year they used large, inflated character balloons was 1927, but these were air-filled and didn't contain helium.
Are helium balloons used to measure winds?
Yes, helium weather balloons are commonly used.
What are the main uses for helium tanks?
Helium tanks are gas tanks containing compressed helium. They are frequently used to inflate helium balloons of various sizes, ranging from standard balloons to large "bouncy" structures such as bouncy castles.
How is helium and hydrogen used on a large scale?
helium does not burn, hydrogen will burn in air
What is helium most commonly used for?
helium balloons and make your voice sound weird
What are several ways in which helium is used?
mostly helium is used in balloons
How useful is helium?
How Helium is used: It is used to blow up balloons.
What is the nonflammable element used in balloons?
The nonflamable element used in balloons is Helium, (He).
What is the gas used for balloons?
helium
What is a very light gas found in some balloons?
Helium is used in blimps and balloons. It is the second lightest element to hydrogen, which is not used because it is highly flammable.
Why is helium suitable for filling party balloons?
Helium is used in balloons because it has small atoms and it has a low density.
