AI is the Trojan Horse against the globe model

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I just asked AI as to why high altitude balloons go higher than rockets, below was the reply:

High altitude balloons can travel further up in the atmosphere than rockets because they rely on buoyancy from the air, meaning they rise until the air density around them is similar to the gas inside the balloon, while rockets need to actively propel themselves upwards against gravity, which requires a significant amount of fuel to reach high altitudes and escape Earth's atmosphere; essentially, a balloon can "float" at a certain altitude while a rocket must constantly fight gravity to stay there. 

Key points to remember:
* Buoyancy vs. Propulsion:
Balloons use the principle of buoyancy, where the lighter gas inside the balloon (like helium) rises due to the denser air around it, while rockets use thrust from burning fuel to propel themselves upwards. 

* Atmospheric Density:
As you ascend in the atmosphere, the air becomes thinner, meaning there's less air to provide lift for a balloon. This limits the maximum altitude a balloon can reach. 

* Rocket Requirements:
To reach space, a rocket needs to overcome Earth's gravity and air resistance, which requires a large amount of fuel and powerful engines.

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