I can be found in the core of stars, yet I am not always what I seem. What am I?
Category: Science · Difficulty: medium
Hint: Think about what makes balloons float.
Answer
Helium
Explanation
Helium is a light gas that is produced in stars through nuclear fusion, yet it's often associated with balloons.
This is a medium science riddle — a moderate challenge for most people. The answer is Helium.
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