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Does lightning strike from the ground up?
No, lightning strikes from the sky down.
What is it called when lightning strikes the ground?
Static discharge is causes the spark that is seen when electricity in a thunderhead discharges. The most common name for this type of spark or discharge is lightening.
Does lightning strike from the ground up or from the sky down?
Lightning typically strikes from the sky down to the ground.
Does lightning strike downward or upward?
Lightning strikes downward from the clouds to the ground.
What is happening when lightning strikes the ground?
it electricutes stuff
Does lightning strike upwards?
No, lightning does not strike upwards. Lightning typically strikes downwards from the clouds to the ground.
Does lightning come up from the ground during a thunderstorm?
No, lightning does not come up from the ground during a thunderstorm. Lightning typically originates from the clouds and strikes downward towards the ground.
How many different types of lighting strikes are there?
There are three main types of lightning strikes: cloud-to-ground strikes, intra-cloud strikes, and cloud-to-cloud strikes. Cloud-to-ground strikes are the most common and well-known type, where lightning extends from the cloud to the ground. Intra-cloud strikes occur within the cloud itself, and cloud-to-cloud strikes happen between different clouds.
If lightning strikes the ground near you can it harm you?
Yes, lightning can harm you if it strikes the ground near you. The electrical current can travel through the ground and cause injuries or even death if you are within the vicinity. It's important to seek shelter indoors during a thunderstorm to stay safe from lightning strikes.
How effective are lightning rods in protecting buildings from lightning strikes?
Lightning rods are effective in protecting buildings from lightning strikes by providing a path for the electrical current to safely travel to the ground, reducing the risk of damage to the structure.
If lightning strikes a lake or river does it strike the ground below the water?
yes it can:)
Why does lightning need to touch the ground?
it doesn't. there are also cloud to cloudlightning strikes.
