Teaching Physics with the Physics Suite

Edward F. Redish

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Balloon in a car

Explain why a helium balloon in a closed automobile moves to the front of the car when the car accelerates, whereas the passengers feel pushed backwards. Discuss in terms of the physics you have learned.


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