Thunderstorms and Lightning

Noticing the sky is dark and hearing thunder in the distance are examples of observations.

Yes, lightning can strike while a rainbow is present. Rainbows occur during or after a rain shower, which can also be associated with thunderstorms that produce lightning. Seeing both a rainbow and lightning at the same time is rare but possible.

Photons ('particles' of light) have zero rest mass.

When they move at the speed of light (the normal situation) they do have momentum due to the relativistic nature of the Universe.

If we were to hypothesize light particles with mass the development of the Universe would be entirely different.

The lightning bolt symbol typically represents electricity or power. It can be used in messaging apps or social media by searching for it in the emoji menu or by using keyboard shortcuts. Some platforms may have specific lightning bolt emojis available as well.

There are 3 types of Lightning Network vaults: Standard vaults, Dual-funded vaults, and Eltoo-based vaults. Each type provides a different approach to securing funds on the Lightning Network.

Florida is known as the lightning strike capital of the USA, with the most lightning strikes per square mile compared to any other state. The state's warm and moist climate makes it a prime location for frequent thunderstorms and lightning activity.

When lightning appears as small bursts in a dotted line, it is called sheet lightning. This type of lightning is caused by distant lightning flashes reflecting off clouds or atmospheric particles, creating a diffuse illumination in the sky.

No they mostly strike the US but lightning strikes everywhere

To minimize your risk of being hit by lightning, it is recommended to seek shelter in a sturdy building or a fully enclosed vehicle at the first sign of a thunderstorm. Avoid open fields, high ground, and standing near tall isolated objects like trees or poles. Stay indoors for at least 30 minutes after the last clap of thunder.

Lightening can strike a jet, thunder does not 'strike' anything.

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Yes thunder CAN strike anything, thunder is a sound wave, sound waves hit the hairs in your ear and that is interpreted in your brain as sounds.

in order for sound to bounce off of a wall it has to strike it...

Thunder will not do damage to a Jet.

When lightning appears in the remote distance and appears to produce no thunder sound, it is popularly known as "heat lightning."

Meteorologists will tell you that there really is no such thing as a distinct type of lightning that is not followed by thunder.

All lightning produces thunder, but it is only audible for a distance of some 15-20 miles from the storm. At night, lightning can be seen for distances of up to 125 miles if the conditions are right. So when lightning is seen but no thunder is heard, you are simply too far away from the storm.

The person themselves won't be; but the car can.

However, it won't affect the person inside. Since a car has rubber tires (which do not conduct electricity) it isn't grounded. Therefore, there is no way for the electricity to complete the circuit.

You're perfectly safe in a car in a thunderstorm.

If a lightning rod were made of an insulating material, such as rubber or plastic, it would not be able to conduct the electrical charge from a lightning strike. Therefore, it would not effectively serve its purpose of providing a path for the lightning to travel safely to the ground, potentially increasing the risk of damage to the structure it is meant to protect.

Hail is a type of precipitation that consists of balls or lumps of ice that form inside thunderstorm clouds when supercooled water freezes on contact with condensation nuclei, such as dust or ice particles. These ice pellets can vary in size and can cause damage to crops, buildings, and vehicles when they fall to the ground.

No, a storm warning is considered more serious than a storm watch. A storm watch means that severe weather is possible in the area, while a storm warning indicates that severe weather is occurring or imminent. It is important to take precautions and seek shelter during a storm warning.

The recommended high pressure for 404A refrigerant in a walk-in cooler is around 250-300 psi, while the low pressure should be around 50-65 psi. These values may vary depending on factors such as the ambient temperature and the specific system design. It's important to consult the equipment manufacturer's guidelines for precise pressure recommendations.

No. Rivers do not have any significant affect on thunderstorms. If a thunderstorm appears to follow a river, it is by coincidence. It is also worth noting that every direction is roughly parallel to a river somewhere.

Thunder doesn't beat fire; rather, thunder and lightning are caused by the rapid expansion of air due to the intense heat of a lightning strike. In nature, fire and lightning can either work together to create more devastation, or one may extinguish the other, depending on the circumstances.

Lightning causes thunder when weather conditions cause an electrical charge in the earths atmosphere to ground to the earth. The charge breaks the sound barrier, displacing the air. When the air collides back together it produces thunder.

Lightning without rain can still be dangerous, as it can cause wildfires or power outages if it strikes dry vegetation or power lines. It is important to take precautions and seek shelter during a lightning storm, even if there is no rain falling.

this is because you hear the thunder after it actually makes the sound ( because sound travells ) . lightenging and thunder happen at exactly the same time... so if u see lightenging, try counting how many seconds until u hear the thunder. if it is 5 seconds the storm is 5 miles away into the sky, 6 seconds would be 6 miles 7secs 7 miles and so on.

hope this helped :) xx

If the weather conditions are right, thunderstorms can happen anywhere, anytime. The weather conditions required for a thunderstorm are warm, moist air colliding with cooler air. Therefore, thunderstorms are more likely to occur in mid-latitude climates, and during the spring and summer.

There are different kinds of sand which produce different kinds of glass when melted, but sand can certainly produce a green glass when melted by lightning.

It depends! An all metal rig is generally pretty safe; after all you are essentially in a Faraday Cage. Some things to remember though. If you have jacks on your rig, make sure they are up and the power cord is disconnected (and stored) not just thrown under the coach. Turn off your generator and make sure all windows are closed. (there will be enough metal around the windows and in the windows to provide good protection) Don't touch any metal in the coach and stay out of the shower. It is best to set with your hands in your lap (don't touch anything) If your rig is made of fiberglass with a wood frame, then your not very well protected, but better than being outside. If it is made of fiberglass, but has a metal frame that would be much better and should offer a decent level of protection. Pop-up trailer are definitely not safe.

No. A home oven cannot get hotter than about 500 degrees F, while the surface of the Sun is over 10,000.