Most likely, the difference is only in what you're seeing.
Fork lightning is either cloud-to-ground lightning or cloud-to-cloud lightning beneath the bottom layer of the clouds. Since there aren't any clouds between you and the bolt, you're seeing the bolt itself.
Flash lightning is cloud-to-cloud lightning that occurs above the bottom layer of clouds. If you were in an airplane or otherwise had an appropriate vantage, it would be visible as a forked bolt just like other lightning; however, from the ground, the clouds between you and the bolt make it look like a flash. It's basically the same effect you get by putting a globe over a lightbulb: the light is diffused so it looks like it isn't coming from any particular source.
During a thunderstorm with forked lightning, it is important to stay indoors and avoid using electrical appliances or plumbing fixtures. Stay away from windows, doors, and metal objects. If outside, seek shelter in a sturdy building or a hard-topped vehicle. Do not stand under tall trees or near bodies of water. Wait at least 30 minutes after the last clap of thunder before resuming outdoor activities.
The adjective for lightning is "lightning." For example, you could say "a lightning storm" or "the lightning bolt."
Lightning can be used as a noun (bolt of lightning) or an adjective (lightning fast). It is not a verb, so it does not have a past tense form.
the homonyn for lightning is lightening the homonyn for lightning is lightening
"Lightning" can be a noun referring to a sudden electrostatic discharge during a thunderstorm, or a verb describing the action of emitting flashes of lightning.
A+ Forked Lightning
It is known as forked lightning.
A+ Forked Lightning
It is known as forked lightning.
Forked lightning branches in multiple directions across the sky, creating a jagged appearance.
It is known as forked lightning.
Heat lightning does not refer to a specific type of lightning, but rather to the distant lightning that illuminates the sky and is not accompanied by thunder. As a result, it can appear as balls, sheets, ribbons, or forked patterns, depending on the distance and atmospheric conditions.
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A+ Beaded Lightning
When lightning appears as more than one line, it is called forked lightning. This occurs when the electrical discharge in the atmosphere branches out into multiple paths as it travels from the cloud to the ground. Forked lightning can create a striking visual display during a thunderstorm.
The type of lightning that branches across the sky is called "forked lightning." This occurs when the lightning bolt splits into multiple branches as it travels through the atmosphere, creating a stunning visual display in the sky. Forked lightning is a common sight during thunderstorms and is caused by the electrical discharge seeking the path of least resistance.
Alcoa Presents One Step Beyond - 1959 Forked Lightning 2-9 was released on: USA: 17 November 1959