Understanding Balloon Flight

Understanding Balloon Flight

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, Chemistry, Science

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

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The video tutorial explains how balloons can fly due to the upward force created by helium and hydrogen gases. It then encourages viewers to engage by answering questions provided in the session.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary reason a balloon can float in the air?

It is filled with water.

It is filled with a gas lighter than air.

It is made of a special material.

It is pushed by the wind.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which gas is commonly used to fill balloons to make them float?

Nitrogen

Helium

Carbon Dioxide

Oxygen

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is another gas, besides helium, that can be used in balloons?

Neon

Methane

Hydrogen

Argon

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is helium preferred over hydrogen for filling balloons?

Helium is more colorful.

Helium is heavier than hydrogen.

Helium is non-flammable.

Helium is cheaper.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you do after learning about balloon flight?

Ignore the information.

Answer the provided questions.

Watch another video.

Go outside and fly a balloon.