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Thunderstorms produce eratic and dangerous environments. During a thunderstorm, one may notice booming sounds throughout the sky. This is called thunder. Thunder is a sonic reaction to lightning. Lighting occurs when the potential difference between clouds or between clouds and the ground is too great. The sudden electrical discharge can reach extreme voltages, rapidly heating the surrounding air. This sudden heating of the air causing the sonic reaction, thunder.

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