ĭecorations made of balloons with a combination of stacking and twisting techniques showcasing the deco-twisting style.īalloons are used for decorating birthday parties, weddings, corporate functions, school events, and for other festive gatherings. The rubber balloon was invented by Michael Faraday in 1824, during experiments with various gases. A balloon's properties, including its low density and low cost, have led to a wide range of applications. Some balloons are used for decorative purposes or entertaining purposes, while others are used for practical purposes such as meteorology, medical treatment, military defense, or transportation.

Some early balloons were made of dried animal bladders, such as the pig bladder. Modern day balloons are made from materials such as rubber, latex, polychloroprene, or a nylon fabric, and can come in many different colors. For special tasks, balloons can be filled with smoke, liquid water, granular media (e.g. Balloons are given for special occasions, such as birthdays or holidays, and are often used as party décor.Ī balloon is a flexible bag that can be inflated with a gas, such as helium, hydrogen, nitrous oxide, oxygen, and air.

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