The pathogenesis of ectopic gastric mucosa is a matter of debate between a congenital-embryological-and an acquired origin-consecutive to a gastroesophageal reflux (GER) like Barrett's esophagus -, the most commonly accepted theory being that these areas are embryological remnants.
Standard size latex filled helium balloons stay afloat for approx 8 - 12 hours, metallic helium filled balloons float for 2-5 days. I have found that a 36 latex helium filled balloon can stay afloat for a number of days due to the thickness of the balloon and the massive quantity of helium.
A: Helium balloons float because they are less dense than the surrounding air, which causes them to rise. Gravity acts on helium balloons the same way it does on the surrounding air; it has no effect on whether the balloon floats or not. It all comes down to relative densities. Continue Reading