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Any process that causes separation of positive and negative charges in the atmosphere can cause lightning. Lightning occurring during thunderstorms is thought to be the result of vertical motions causing charge separation. Ice particles typically will hold a positive charge in the upper part of the cloud, while liquid water will hold a negative charge in the lower part of a cumulonimbus cloud. When charge difference gets too great lightning results. This is an oversimplification as there are other more complex processes that occur with severe rotating thunderstorms. To top it of cloud to ground lightning can be either a positive stroke or a negative. Still some mysteries there. I'll stop here so as to not cause any friction.
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Does lightning strike upwards?
No, lightning does not strike upwards. Lightning typically strikes downwards from the clouds to the ground.
Does lightning always strike the ground?
No, lightning does not always strike the ground. Lightning can also strike other objects such as trees, buildings, or even other clouds.
How many decibels is a lightning strike when it occurs?
A lightning strike can produce sound levels of up to 120 decibels.
Does lightning strike from the ground up?
No, lightning strikes from the sky down.
Can lightning strike while there's a rainbow?
Yes, lightning can strike while a rainbow is present. Rainbows occur during or after a rain shower, which can also be associated with thunderstorms that produce lightning. Seeing both a rainbow and lightning at the same time is rare but possible.
How is friction involved with lightning?
Friction is not directly involved in the formation of lightning. Lightning is caused by the buildup and discharge of electrical energy in the atmosphere, typically between charged regions in clouds or between a cloud and the ground. Friction can sometimes contribute to the separation of charges in the atmosphere, leading to the conditions necessary for lightning to occur.
Why doesn't lightning strike ships?
Lightning does strike ships.
Can lightning strike a surfer?
Yes. Lightning CAN strike anything.
Does lightning strike upwards?
No, lightning does not strike upwards. Lightning typically strikes downwards from the clouds to the ground.
How do storm cloud s contribute to create a perfect situation for a lightinhg strike?
Storm clouds create a perfect situation for lightning strikes because they contain a large amount of water and ice particles that generate intense electrical charges through friction. As these charges build up within the cloud, they seek to neutralize by discharging as lightning bolts to the ground or within the cloud itself. The convection currents within the storm clouds also help to separate positive and negative charges, further increasing the likelihood of a lightning strike.
When was The Lightning Strike created?
The Lightning Strike was created on 2008-10-24.
Does lightning always strike the ground?
No, lightning does not always strike the ground. Lightning can also strike other objects such as trees, buildings, or even other clouds.
Can you use a lightning strike to target a planeswalker?
No, you cannot use a lightning strike to target a planeswalker in the game of Magic: The Gathering. Lightning strike can only target creatures or players, not planeswalkers.
Where does the Lightning strike?
at trees
What can't lightning strike in the same place twice?
Lightning not only can strike the same place twice, it frequently does.
How many watts are in a lightning strike?
A typical lightning strike can release up to one billion watts of power.
How many decibels is a lightning strike when it occurs?
A lightning strike can produce sound levels of up to 120 decibels.
