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Why does lightning need to touch the ground?
it doesn't. there are also cloud to cloudlightning strikes.
Is sheet lightning and heat lightning the same thing?
Sheet lightning and Heat lightning are very similar, if not the same. They form the same way, but might strike different. For instance, sheet lightning looks more like a sheet in the sky, (strange eh? :D) and doesn't normally strike down into the ground, and when you have heat lightning, you see differently. But mostly, they form the same way. =D good luck!
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.
Is heat lightning different than regular lightning?
Hi I'm only 16 but I've been researching it a lot. It's basically like a giant lightning rod. As the rocket travels upward a thin wire is stretched out below. This causes the lightning to be attracted to the rocket and strike it, and since the wire is connected to the ground it travels through the wire to the ground.
What is the heat called around lightning?
What is it called? What is the name of the heat around lightning
Does heat lightning touch the ground during a storm?
Heat lightning does not touch the ground during a storm. It is a type of lightning that occurs high in the sky and is often seen in the distance, appearing as a flickering glow without thunder.
Why does lightning need to touch the ground?
it doesn't. there are also cloud to cloudlightning strikes.
Why does lightning touch ground on the mainland but not in the pacific islands?
The water is a better ground than land, so it finds the water near the islands
What happens to the ground when it is struck by lightning?
When lightning strikes the ground, it can create a small crater and melt the soil or sand in that area. The intense heat from the lightning can also cause the ground to expand rapidly, leading to a loud noise known as thunder. Additionally, the electrical current from the lightning can travel through the ground, potentially causing damage to nearby objects or structures.
Is sheet lightning and heat lightning the same thing?
Sheet lightning and Heat lightning are very similar, if not the same. They form the same way, but might strike different. For instance, sheet lightning looks more like a sheet in the sky, (strange eh? :D) and doesn't normally strike down into the ground, and when you have heat lightning, you see differently. But mostly, they form the same way. =D good luck!
Can heat lighting kill people?
ANSWER:No. Heat lightning only explodes in the clouds. It doesnt reach the ground. So it isn't harmful to people.
What precautions should be taken when dealing with lightning that doesn't touch the ground?
When dealing with lightning that doesn't touch the ground, it is important to seek shelter indoors or in a hard-topped metal vehicle to avoid being struck. Avoid open areas, tall objects, and bodies of water. Do not use electronic devices or plumbing during a thunderstorm.
Is lightning a noun?
Yes. It's a concrete noun because you can see/touch it... Not that you would want to touch it...
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.
What type of lightning is heat lightning?
Heat lightning is just ordinary lightning that is too far away for you to hear the thunder.
Does lightning travel from the ground up?
Yes, lightning typically travels from the ground up.
Is heat lightning different than regular lightning?
Hi I'm only 16 but I've been researching it a lot. It's basically like a giant lightning rod. As the rocket travels upward a thin wire is stretched out below. This causes the lightning to be attracted to the rocket and strike it, and since the wire is connected to the ground it travels through the wire to the ground.
