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Effects of Airflow Between Suspended Balloons

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Effects of Airflow Between Suspended Balloons

Question

Two inflated balloons are at the same level while suspended from threads a short distance apart as shown below;
Physics Form 2
Some air is blown gently in the space between the balloon in horizontal direction. Explain what happens to the balloons.

Answer

The two balloons move towards each other. On blowing air between the balloons, the speed of air increases and pressure reduces. The high atmospheric pressure on the sides pushes the balloons towards each other.