Hot air baloons Flashcards
1
Q
Imagine that you are one of the high flyers pilots of a hot air balloon. As your flying, the temperature outside starts to increase. What do you need to do to keep the balloon aloft?
A
You must add heat. Adding he would reduce air density and make the air lighter than around the balloon.
2
Q
What would you do if you wanted to:
A. Descend into the river valley
B. Rise over a power line
A
A. Lower heat.
B. Add heat
3
Q
A hot air balloon is approaching power lines and may hit the lines. How can this be corrected?
A
Add heat so you rise over the power line.
