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Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2014-Jul
Pages: 3
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The Descending Helium Balloon
Helseth, Lars Egil
Physics Education, v49 n4 p380-382 Jul 2014
I describe a simple and fascinating experiment wherein helium leaks out of a rubber balloon, thereby causing it to descend. An estimate of the volumetric leakage rate is made by measuring its rate of descent.
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Science Experiments, Scientific Principles, Physics, Hands on Science, Measurement Techniques, College Science, Introductory Courses, Mechanics (Physics), Teaching Methods
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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