Helium is preferred over hydrogen for filling balloons because it is

lighter than air.

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almost as light hydrogen.

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non-combustible.

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inflammable.

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Solution

The correct option is C non-combustible.
Non-combustible
Hydrogen is highly combustible and even the slightest of spark can set it on fire. Hence, helium is preferred over hydrogen for filling balloons.

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