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No. It hits the closest point of least resistance. In practice, this is usually the nearest highest point, but given a choice between, say, a tall granite building and a shorter metal pole, lightning will chose the metal pole because it is more conductive to electricity.

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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.


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 plants attract lightning?

No, plants do not attract lightning. Lightning typically strikes tall objects that provide a quicker path for the electrical discharge to reach the ground, such as trees or buildings. However, being near a tall tree during a thunderstorm can increase the risk of being struck by lightning due to the tree's height.


Would a lightning rod mounted on the first of tall building work?

Yes, a lightning rod mounted on a tall building can help protect the structure by providing a path for the lightning strike to safely reach the ground without causing damage. The rod will attract the lightning strike and conduct it harmlessly to the ground, reducing the risk of fire or structural damage. It is important for the lightning rod to be professionally installed and maintained to ensure its effectiveness.


Does lighting always strike the tallest objects?

Lightning tends to strike tall objects such as trees, buildings, or towers because they offer an easier path for the electrical discharge to reach the ground. However, lightning can strike the ground directly or move horizontally, so being the tallest object does not guarantee a strike.

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Can snow thunder toutch the ground?

If you're asking if lightning can reach the ground, even that which occurs during heavy "thundersnow", the answer is yes - it is lightning just like any other.


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.


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.


Why can't a person hold a lightning bolt?

A person cannot hold a lightning bolt because it has extremely high electrical voltage and current, which can cause serious injury or death. Lightning seeks the path of least resistance to the ground, and if a person were to try to hold a lightning bolt, it would travel through their body to reach the ground, resulting in electrocution.


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.


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.


Where do you find lightning storms?

usually in a cloud but sometimes they reach the ground and are very dangerous. There have been plane crashes and other tragedys that have happend because of them.


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.


Do plants attract lightning?

No, plants do not attract lightning. Lightning typically strikes tall objects that provide a quicker path for the electrical discharge to reach the ground, such as trees or buildings. However, being near a tall tree during a thunderstorm can increase the risk of being struck by lightning due to the tree's height.