Which gas is used to fill ‘Weather Balloons’?
AHydrogen
BNitrogen
COxygen
DHelium
Explanation
• Helium is lighter than air and non-flammable.
• This makes it significantly safer for balloons than hydrogen.
• It is stored in pressurized containers and released to lift instruments high into the atmosphere.
Exam Relevance
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