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What happens if you put gold into sulfuric acid?
Nothing happens. Gold will not react with sulfuric acid.
Does lightening turn sand into glass?
the lightning heats up the sand causing the silica in the sand to melt causing natural glassthese are called "fulgurites". and yes, this is awesome.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fulgurite____________What happens in the above answer occurs when HEAT strikes sand, not lightning (although lightning has extreme heat, this is not the correct answer). Sand is considered "ground" if you are touching sand during a thunderstorm you are grounded.(: Hey!!
Why doesn't silver react with sulfuric acid?
Silver does not react with sulfuric acid because silver is a noble metal and does not easily form compounds with other elements. The sulfuric acid is not strong enough to oxidize the silver and break its bonds, therefore the reaction does not occur.
Why did the sulfuric acid not clear the drain?
The sulfuric acid did not clear the drain because it may not have been strong enough to break down the clog or there could have been a blockage that the acid could not dissolve.
How does Lightning increase nitrogen in the soil?
Lightning increases nitrogen in the soil by converting atmospheric nitrogen gas into reactive forms such as nitrates and nitrites through a process called atmospheric nitrogen fixation. When lightning strikes, it creates enough heat and energy to break apart the nitrogen molecules, allowing them to combine with oxygen and other elements to form compounds that can be absorbed by plants and enrich the soil.
What happens before lightning strikes?
Before lightning strikes, electrical charges build up within a storm cloud. As the charges separate, a negative charge forms at the bottom of the cloud and a positive charge builds up on the ground below. When the difference in charge becomes strong enough, a conductive path is created for the lightning bolt to travel between the cloud and the ground.
Lightning is electricity. How is charge conserved when lightning strikes?
Because there is a difference in the charge states of the earth and the clouds, resulting from the static electricity built up by water molecules moving about in the thundercloud. When this difference in charge states is equalized, there is usually a visible arc, which we call lightning.
Why do some lightning strikes hit other clouds?
Lightning can strike other clouds when there is a difference in electrical charge between the clouds. This difference in charge can be caused by different weather conditions or air movements. When the difference in charge becomes large enough, a lightning bolt can form between the clouds.
Why did lightning strike?
If your asking why does it strike at all, it's because of the negative charges the atrract the energy. If your asking why does it strike at all, it's because of the negative charges the atrract the energy.
What causes the electric current that result in lightning?
Lightning is caused by a buildup of electrical charge in clouds. When the charge difference between the clouds and the ground becomes large enough, a lightning bolt is discharged to balance the charge. This sudden flow of electricity forms the lightning seen in the sky.
What causes lightening strikes?
Static electricity is formed when water particles in clouds rub on each other producing electricity. When enough builds up, it is dicharged in the form of lighning thus us seeing and hearing the lighning and thunder.
What repels lightning?
Lighting is so powerful that we don't have anything strong enough to repel lightning. If you insulate yourself from the ground, lightning will have less of an attraction and will be attracted elsewhere. You can use something light a lightning rod to attract the lightning and create a more suitable path for the electricity to go to the ground.
How do lightning strikes occur, starting from the ground up?
Lightning strikes occur when electrical charges build up in clouds and on the ground. When the difference in charges becomes strong enough, a channel of ionized air forms, creating a path for the electrical discharge to travel. The lightning bolt then strikes from the cloud to the ground or between clouds, releasing a powerful burst of energy in the form of light and heat.
What must happen before lightning strikes the ground?
Lightning will not strike unless there certain conditions are met. Lightning is a circuit, for it to strike the circuit must be complete or the energy will just keep moving without going anywhere or doing anything. To close the circuit, there are three places that lightning may strike.1. Within the cloudLightning does happen without us always seeing it. When the difference between the positive electrons in the upper part of the cloud and the negative electrons in the lower part is great enough, a discharge of energy in the form of electricity will take place and lightning strikes within the cloud.2. From one cloud to anotherAgain, when the difference of charges is great enough there will be a stroke of lightning to equalize the difference and regain equilibrium. In this situation, the charge difference is too great between adjacent clouds and the stroke is caused.3. From a cloud to Earth.Earth must obtain a charge before it can be the circuit connector for the process of lightning. This happens when a cloud above Earth's surface passes over and alters the charge of the ground. Earth acquires a positive charge from the passing cloud(s) and can then close the circuit; lightning strikes through the sky, from the cloud to the ground, completing the circuit. (Also see Electricity)
Can lightning strike anywhere?
Just about. It strikes when the electric potential has built up high enough to ionize the air. That can happen anywhere.
How does the lightening rod work?
A lightning rod provides a path of least resistance to direct lightning strikes away from a structure. When lightning strikes, the rod's conductive material safely carries the electrical current to the ground, preventing damage to the building. This helps protect the structure and its occupants from the destructive forces of a lightning strike.
Is it true that lightning strike only twice?
Nope - lightning can strike the same place multiple times if the object presents enough ionic attraction to ground the charge.
