Why helium changes your voice

Ever wondered why a lungful of helium turns your voice into a hilarious, squeaky cartoon sound? It's not the pitch of your vocal cords changing, it's pure physics! This video dives into the fascinating science behind the classic party trick. When you inhale helium, you're filling your vocal tract with a gas much less dense than the normal air (nitrogen and oxygen). Since sound waves travel nearly three times faster in helium, the resonant frequencies—or formants—of your vocal tract are drastically increased. Your vocal cords still vibrate at the same rate, but your mouth and throat now amplify the higher-frequency harmonics, giving your voice that distinct, high-pitched timbre that sounds so funny. We break down the mechanics of the human voice, explain the science of resonance, and even show you what happens with a much heavier gas that has the opposite, deep-voice effect! Learn the truth behind the squeak, and remember to use helium responsibly—a little bit of science is always a good time!

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