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Is a helium balloon a solid?
A helium "balloon" is composed of two parts: the SOLID rubber balloon skin, and the GASeous helium. So the balloon part itself is a solid.
Should weather balloons be filled with hydrogen?
Weather balloons are traditionally filled with hydrogen due to its low density and cost-effectiveness. However, helium is a safer alternative because it is non-flammable. The choice between hydrogen and helium depends on safety considerations and budget constraints.
Is hydrogen inert gas?
Far from it!!! When mixed with oxygen it readily ignites , Remember the 'pop' test in the lab. for testing for hydrogen. However, the next element on the peridoci table , which is helium (He) is the most inert elememnt of all. The classic demonstration in the lab. is to have two balloons. one filled with hydrogen and one filled with helium. Put a lighted(burning) taper to the hydrogen balloon and it will explode, with a flame flash Put a lighted(burning) taper to the helium balloon and it will explode but no flame flash.
How do you use the word helium in a sentence?
The helium balloon went into the air with no problem, scientist watched with satisfaction as their project had succeeded.By: Nguyen :P
What gas are balloons filled with to make them float?
Balloons are usually filled with helium gas to make them float. Helium is lighter than air and provides the necessary lift for the balloon to float.
What goes up when you let go of it?
More than likely a Helium filled balloon. A Hydrogen filled balloon is very flammable and might burst into flames similar to the Hindenburg blimp/dirigible. Helium is not flammable.
Is inside balloon solid liquid or a gas?
Inside a balloon there is gas. This gas is normally helium if you want the balloon to fly high, but hydrogen also works.
Which has higher density balloon filled with water or helium?
I would say an air filled balloon if you fill it with just plain air. I am basing this on the principle of osmosis and diffusion. A substance such as a gas will travel from an area of increased concentration, such as a balloon filled with helium, to an area od decreased concentration, such as the room the balloon is in. If you fill the balloon with air identicle to that in the surrounding room it negates diffusion.
What can make a balloon float besides helium?
It depends on what the balloon is filled with.A balloon may float if it is filled with any gas that is less dense than air: hydrogen, helium, even pure nitrogen gas. However, the weight of the balloon will determine whether it can be lifted by the difference in density. So the most effective lifting gases are hydrogen and helium. Helium is used because it is nonflammable and noncorrosive. Early German dirigibles (zeppelins) were filled with hydrogen, and some caught fire, notably the Hindenburg in 1937.Larger balloons can be lifted by hot air, which is less dense than cooler air. If the air cools again, it will no longer provide lift.
What happen when a balloon is filled with helium?
When a balloon is filled with helium, it becomes buoyant because helium is lighter than the surrounding air. This causes the balloon to rise and float. The helium gas inside the balloon also increases the pressure, which helps the balloon maintain its shape and stay inflated.
Why does a balloon filled with helium rise with a balloon filled with an equal volume of average atmospheric air does not?
Helium is less dense than air, so a balloon filled with helium is lighter than the same volume of air. This buoyancy force allows the helium-filled balloon to rise. On the other hand, a balloon filled with air has the same density as the surrounding air, so there is no buoyant force to make it rise.
How are hydrogen and helium alike?
I'm fairly certain that both hydrogen and helium are lighter then air. Example, if you filled a balloon with either the balloon would float. And both are combustible. Hydrogen is some what more dramatic in its combustion however, the tragic example being the hindenburg.
Is there more helium or hydrogen in a hot air balloon?
A hot air balloon doesn't contain helium or hydrogen.
Would an hydrogen balloon float better than a helium one?
Hydrogen is lighter than helium. So hydrogen balloon will float better than helium.
Why inside balloon is a gas?
Its filled with gas because certain gases(Helium, Hydrogen) are lighter than air so they float. That's why the balloon floats.
Why inside balloon is gas?
Its filled with gas because certain gases(Helium, Hydrogen) are lighter than air so they float. That's why the balloon floats.
Is a helium balloon heavier than air filled balloon?
No. Helium is lighter than air
