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What happens when there are a lot of negative electrons hanging out at the bottom of the cloud?
What happens when there are a lot of negative electrons hanging out at the bottom of the cloud?
- They are attracted to negative protons on the ground. (correct)
- They remain stationary without any movement.
- They are repelled by positive protons on the ground.
- They form lightning that travels back up to the cloud.
In which common type of lightning does the lightning bolt connect a cloud to the ground below it?
In which common type of lightning does the lightning bolt connect a cloud to the ground below it?
- Intra-cloud
- Cloud-to-cloud
- Cloud-to-air
- Cloud-to-ground (correct)
What is a recommended safety precaution if you see signs of a lightning storm?
What is a recommended safety precaution if you see signs of a lightning storm?
- Jump into a pool or shower for safety.
- Stay indoors in a building or vehicle away from windows and metal objects. (correct)
- Get near windows or anything metal for protection.
- Stand under tall objects like trees for shelter.
What causes the powerful bolt of lightning when protons and electrons collide?
What causes the powerful bolt of lightning when protons and electrons collide?
What type of lightning occurs when the top of a cloud with positive charges meets air around it with a negative charge?
What type of lightning occurs when the top of a cloud with positive charges meets air around it with a negative charge?