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While lightning typically goes from a cloud to the ground and does rarely move upward from the ground, going from one part of the earth to another is unnecessary. Given a piece of negatively charged ground and another positively charged one, the path of least resistance would be through the ground rather than through the air.
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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.
Do you need thunder and lightning to exist?
No, thunder and lightning do not need to exist for life to exist on Earth. They are natural phenomena caused by electrical discharge during thunderstorms, and while they play important roles in the environment, they are not essential for life to thrive.
Can lightning strike from the ground up?
Yes, lightning can strike from the ground up. This phenomenon, known as a "ground-to-cloud" lightning strike, occurs when an upward lightning discharge is triggered by a tall object such as a building or a lightning rod.
What is The percentage of lightning bolts that hit the ground?
79.25..discovery channel said that 35 million out of every 44 million hit ground so that's what it works out to be.
Why aren't passengers usually injured when lightning hits a plane?
The lightning has no path to ground.
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 travel from the ground up?
Yes, lightning typically travels from the ground up.
Does lightning start from the ground or from the clouds?
Lightning typically starts from the clouds and travels towards 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.
Does lightning strike from the ground up or from the sky down?
Lightning typically strikes from the sky down to the ground.
Did the lightning bird really exist?
no
How does lightning strike from the ground up?
Lightning can appear to strike from the ground up due to a phenomenon called a "positive lightning strike." This occurs when a positive charge builds up on the ground, attracting the negatively charged lightning bolt. The bolt then appears to travel upward from the ground to the cloud.
Why is lighting strike so close to the ground here?
because (fork lightning in particular) lightning starts on 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.
What is the most dangerous type of lightning?
I hope this is helpful... ... the most dangerous type of lightning is cloud to ground lightning. see was that so bad
When lightning hits a lightning rod where does the lightning go?
When lightning strikes a lightning rod, the rod provides a path of least resistance for the electricity to travel safely to the ground. The lightning is then conducted harmlessly into the earth, minimizing the risk of damage to nearby structures.
Do you need thunder and lightning to exist?
No, thunder and lightning do not need to exist for life to exist on Earth. They are natural phenomena caused by electrical discharge during thunderstorms, and while they play important roles in the environment, they are not essential for life to thrive.
