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Can lightning come from the ground, or does it only originate from the sky?
Lightning can come from the ground as well as from the sky. It can occur when a discharge of electricity happens between a cloud and the ground, or between two clouds.
Electricity released which has built up in thunder clouds by evening?
The discharge of electricity built up during a storm can be dangerous. It is a static discharge that is generated by positive an negatively charged clouds. When these clouds come in close contact with each other there is an electrical static discharge. This is known as lightning.
Why does lightning occur only when it's raining?
Lightning comes when two weather "fronts" come together and moisture particles collide. Rain = moisture in one of those fronts, hence, lightning and rain are often together. Lightning does occur even when it is not raining. ==Answered By: whatrukidding==
Does a lightning bolt originate from the ground?
I am 100 percent sure that lightning comes from the clouds. The bottom part of the clouds are sometimes negatively charged and when they get near high objects (usually trees or tall buildings) they release all the negative charged atoms as plasma.
How does lightning pass through a lightning rod to the ground?
Lightning follows the easiest path to discharge its energy. Ionized air during a storm causes the lightning to seek that quickest path. A lightning rod's sole purpose is to attract any lightning in the presence of ionized air to come toward the rod. So for example, lightning will seek the closest metal or tall object (including humans).
What consequence had the ship come upon?
Thunderstorm and lightning
Can lightning come from the ground, or does it only originate from the sky?
Lightning can come from the ground as well as from the sky. It can occur when a discharge of electricity happens between a cloud and the ground, or between two clouds.
Does lightning come before hail?
In a typical thunderstorm, lightning occurs before hail. Lightning is the result of electrical charges building up in the storm cloud, while hail forms when water droplets freeze and are carried by strong updrafts within the cloud. So, lightning usually precedes hail in the sequence of events during a thunderstorm.
Electricity released which has built up in thunder clouds by evening?
The discharge of electricity built up during a storm can be dangerous. It is a static discharge that is generated by positive an negatively charged clouds. When these clouds come in close contact with each other there is an electrical static discharge. This is known as lightning.
Why don't the thunder and lightning come together?
Thunder and lighting do occur together during a thunderstorm. Lightning is a sudden discharge of electricity in the atmosphere, which creates the bright light that we see, while thunder is the sound created by the rapid expansion of air around the lightning bolt. Light travels faster than sound, so we see the lightning before we hear the thunder.
Can thunderbolts come down a chimney?
Yes, lightning bolts can potentially strike a chimney during a thunderstorm if the chimney is the tallest part of the structure and adequately grounded. It is important to have proper lightning protection in place to reduce the risk of damage or fire.
When does lightning rod come out?
It comes out once it makes its path to the ground.
Why does lightning occur only when it's raining?
Lightning comes when two weather "fronts" come together and moisture particles collide. Rain = moisture in one of those fronts, hence, lightning and rain are often together. Lightning does occur even when it is not raining. ==Answered By: whatrukidding==
Can lighting come from the ground?
Yes, lightning can come from the ground because the electrons want to go to the holes in the sky. Most people think that lightning comes from the clouds, but it doesn't. There is no electricity in clouds, only moisture.
Why should not stand under a tree when raining?
Standing under a tree during rain can be dangerous as trees can attract lightning due to their height and the moisture in their leaves. Lightning can strike a tree and travel through the wet ground, posing a risk to anyone standing underneath. It is safer to seek shelter indoors or in a sturdy structure during a thunderstorm.
Does a lightning bolt originate from the ground?
I am 100 percent sure that lightning comes from the clouds. The bottom part of the clouds are sometimes negatively charged and when they get near high objects (usually trees or tall buildings) they release all the negative charged atoms as plasma.
How are tornadoes and lightning different?
Beyond the fact that they come from thunderstorms and can be dangerous, tornadoes and lightning have virtually nothing in common. Lightning is a massive discharge of static electricity that occurs during a thunderstorm due to the separation of electrical changes. As a result of instantaneously superheating the air, lightning produces as shock wave that is heard as thunder. When lightning strikes the ground it can start fires and electrocute people nearby. The whole bolt typically only lasts a fraction of a second. A tornado is a violently rotating vortex of air extending from the base of a thunderstorm to the ground. Air spirals into a tornado and then upwards, attaining very high speeds. These powerful winds are strong enough to damage or destroy objects they strike, and can pick up objects, turning them into deadly projectiles. In the worst cases tornadoes can level entire towns with their winds. Although most tornadoes last a few seconds to a few minutes, in rare cases a tornado may last several hours. By definition a thunderstorm must produce lightning, but only about 1% ever produce a tornado.
