Thunderstorms and Lightning

In general, thunderstorms are most likely to occur along the eastern coast of Australia during summer. From Sydney north to the tropical coast of Queensland and over in the "Top End" of the Northern Territory are the areas notorious for being hit by sudden downpours and hailstorms.

Having said that, however, thunderstorms can and do hit all areas of Australia, wreaking havoc on property.

A storm tide is an above-normal rise of water level caused by a storm, such as a hurricane or a tropical cyclone. It results from a combination of high astronomical tides and the low atmospheric pressure and strong onshore winds associated with the storm, leading to coastal flooding and potentially destructive impacts on coastal communities.

Thunder and lightning typically form in cumulonimbus clouds, which are large, towering clouds associated with thunderstorms. These clouds are formed by rising warm air that cools and condenses into water droplets, which then collide and create an electrical charge. When this charge is discharged as lightning, it heats the air around it rapidly, causing the sound we hear as thunder.

Thunderstorms can have both positive and negative impacts on human life. Heavy rain and lightning associated with thunderstorms can cause flooding, property damage, and power outages, posing risks to human safety and disrupting daily life. On the other hand, thunderstorms can also help replenish water supplies, promote plant growth, and contribute to a cooler environment through the release of heat and moisture.

if you are on the computer or if the computer is on turn it off. its not really possible you will get a shock there is a big chance you won't get a shock from the computer.if you do not turn the computer of during thunderstorms the computer will turn off automanicly because of the wires.don't go outside and don't go under a tree. if your outside during thunderstorms your mind may force your self to go under a tree but don't you may get strucked by lighting and could suffer. .if you are outside go in a store or find shelter as quick as you can.if you watch tv during thunderstorms the tv may possibly shut down or it will just have this red thing warning on top of the screen or it will show a warning in another way.

if you are in a house or a car don't worry your safe and sound. children may be very scared of lighting and thunder but just remember its harmless.

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first of all, lightning strikes the tallest object that it can find. this is because lightning is trying to find a way to the ground. trees are tall and catch the lightning before anything else because it is so tall. but second of all, the reason it is dangerous to stay under a tree is not because it might fall down. the actual reason is because the lightning heats the air around it. since it is close to the tree (the lightning) it heats up the tree. the sap in the tree expands so rapidly (because of the heat caused by the lightning) it causes the tree to literally explode! bark would be flying every where, and if you ask me, i wouldn't take refuge under a tree during a thunderstorm.

Thunder is the sound produced by the rapid expansion and contraction of air surrounding a lightning bolt. When a lightning bolt heats the air to temperatures exceeding 50,000 degrees Fahrenheit, it causes the air to rapidly expand and contract, creating a shockwave that we hear as thunder. The sound travels slower than light, so we often see the lightning before hearing the thunder.

hail can form in 2 specific kind of thundercloud's.

for the `usual` hail, it forms in a Cumulonimbus after the evaporated water condenses and falls. it frees-es in one of the lower lairs of the thundercloud.

it can reach different sises, depending in what area it formed.

near three quarters of the cloud is best for the size. above it turns into snow instead of ice.

for the second one it is about the same story, yet a little bit different.

this one type of hail forms in things called SUPPERCELLS.

these are the clouds witch can massproduse f3 and f4 category tornadoes.

and even create multiple f5 tornadoes and a mythical f6.

here it is the case that the air is rapidly heating and cooling again. this expansion and contraction of the humid air causes it to instant frees.

these can grow to the size of volleyballs and impact with over 2oo m/h if something like that hit you, you will be pretty much dead or if you are lucky, in a coma.

i hope this answers your question, if not i hope you have got a little wiser an i wish you the best of luck finding your answer.

Myths about thunderstorms include the Greeks believing them to be battles fought by the gods and Zeus hurling lightening bolts. The Norse believed thunderstorms happened when Thor fought Jotnar and Thor's hammer made the noise.

Some benefits of lightning include helping to balance the Earth's electrical charge, assisting in nitrogen fixation which benefits plant growth, and triggering wildfires that can help maintain ecosystems.

Question Re-phrased:

What speed must an object reach, in order for frictional heating to overcome wind chill, and cause a signifigant amount of heating?

Specific Question 1: How fast must a Boeing 737 go, in order for the airplane's skin to heat to 100 degrees celcius? (Assume no structural failure.)

Specific Question 2: How fast must a bullet go to actually achieve an increase in temperature while in flight?

O3 - Ozone is left in the air in the vicinity of the strike. If the lightning strikes solid stone and other hard materials it can leave a black or white char mark. If it strikes sand it can produce glass.

if you have a weak structure of your house like automobiles then there could be minor to no damage and unweakning structure of wood mostly not damage your house and brick houses will stand perfectly through 70mph winds

Louisiana tends to have more thunderstorms because of its warm and humid climate, which provides the necessary conditions for thunderstorm formation. Washington, on the other hand, has a cooler and less humid climate that is less conducive to thunderstorm development. Geographic location and prevailing weather patterns also play a role in the frequency of thunderstorms in each state.

Lightning is generated within a cloud due to the separation of positive and negative charges within the cloud. As ice particles in the cloud collide, they transfer electrical charges, leading to the buildup of negative charges at the cloud base and positive charges at the top. When the voltage difference becomes strong enough, a lightning bolt is triggered to equalize the charge imbalance.

Thunderstorms essentially begin when warm, humid air near the ground (or the sea) is pushed upwards by surface winds. The air rises rapidly, then cools. Storms are caused by differences in air temperature and pressure as a result of different air masses meeting and passing close by each other. The temperature imbalance within clouds causes the warm and cold air to ruch in, trying to equalise the air pressure imbalance. The continuous rushing of warm and cold air actually creates the thunderstorm, with the up and down rushing of air currents causing thunder, lightning and hail. As a storm cell is joined by surrounding winds, it can generate an even more powerful storm, with rain and hail. The rain and hail drag air downwards in a rush, causing strong gusts of wind that are capable of removing roofs and using loose objects as missiles. Cyclones (also known as hurricanes or typhoons, depending on their geographical location), can develop out of such storms when they begin at sea if a low pressure system is involved.

Well actually the answer is Plasma.

Plasma is lightning, Aurora Borealis, and fire are plasmas.

Plasma's are particles that have broken apart.

They form when high energy plasma go into the atmosphere.

clouds will form from precipitation of all the water that was on the ground, rising into the air, but you can't see it. then all the clouds are full of water and when it's too full, it starts to rain

Lightning occurs when electrical charges build up in the atmosphere, creating a difference in charge between the ground and the clouds. When this difference becomes too large, it discharges as a bolt of lightning. Thunder is the sound produced by the rapid expansion and heating of air around a lightning bolt.

Yes, it is possible for someone pushing a metal shopping cart outside to be struck by lightning. Metal objects can act as conductors for lightning, increasing the risk of a lightning strike. It is important to seek shelter indoors during thunderstorms to avoid this danger.

This concept is based on a scientific principle rather than a theory or law. It is known as the relationship between lightning and thunder, where the sound of thunder follows the flash of lightning due to the rapid expansion and contraction of air molecules caused by the intense heat of the lightning.

If lightning strikes the ocean, it is unlikely to harm the fish directly as the electrical current dissipates quickly in water. However, nearby fish could be affected by the sudden sound and turbulence caused by the strike. In rare cases, the shock waves from lightning could stun or kill fish in the immediate vicinity.

Standing in an open area like a beach or golf course increases the likelihood of being struck by lightning because elevated or exposed positions are more likely to attract the electrical charge. Additionally, the wet ground on a beach or golf course can increase conductivity, making it easier for lightning to travel through your body. It's important to seek shelter immediately if you hear thunder or see lightning in the vicinity.

Of course not! Seek shelter if it is lightning, especially near water. Most places near water have a lightning alarm to let you know to seek shelter. You should also get serge protectors for electronics and be advised there is a slim chance of getting electrocuted by being on the computer during lightning as well as damage to the computer.