Why aren't lightning bolts straight?

Anonymous

∙ 16y ago

Updated: 8/16/2019

Lightning bolts are not straight because they are looking for the path of least resistance

Lightning bolts want to find the path of least resistance so they can make it to the ground faster. Lightning bolts are zig-zag because they are finding the easiest path to the ground.

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∙ 16y ago

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Why is lightning not straight?

Because the charge of the lighting bolts is working against both negative and positive charges.

Where do lightning bolts occur?

lightning bolts occur in the clouds.

Was Zeus' main weapon thunderbolts are lightning bolts?

it was the lightning bolts

What did Zeus hurl at others?

Lightning bolts, from his hands. Not only was he the king of Gods in Greek religion, but he was also the God of Storms, providing him lightning as his weapon.

How much bolts does lightning have?

5,000 bolts

How lightning bolts travel?

fast

What weapons does Zeus have?

He has lightning bolts.

What object was the god Jupiter associated with?

Jupiter was commonly associated with his lightning bolts. His Greek equivalent was Zeus. The lightning bolts were made for him by the cyclopes.

What are the ratings and certificates for Lightning Bolts of Destruction - 2003 TV?

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How do lightning bolts travel?

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Does Zeus have a weapon?

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What do you get when you cross lightning storm with a cashew?

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