on September 27, 2023
Unveiling the Mysteries: The Relationship Between Heat Waves and Thunderstorms in Earth Science
ThunderstormAre thunderstorms normal at the end of a heat wave? As a geoscientist, I am often asked about the occurrence of thunderstorms at the end of a heat wave. Many people wonder if it is just a coincidence or if there is a scientific explanation for this phenomenon. In this article, we will explore the
on September 17, 2023
Why aren’t positive cloud-to-ground lightning strikes associated with the precipitation core of a storm?
ThunderstormWhy aren’t positive cloud-to-ground lightning strikes associated with the precipitation core of a storm? Thunderstorms are powerful atmospheric phenomena characterized by heavy rain, strong winds, and lightning. Within a thunderstorm, lightning can take several forms, including cloud-to-ground (CG) lightning, which occurs when an electrical discharge travels between the thundercloud and the ground. CG strikes can
on August 14, 2023
Unveiling the Connection: Exploring the Relationship Between Solar Radiation and the Magnitude of Ionospheric Lightning in Earth’s Atmosphere
ThunderstormDoes an increase in SR lead to an increase in the strength and intensity of ionospheric lightning? 1. Introduction The ionosphere is a region of the Earth’s atmosphere that is ionized by solar radiation (SR) and is located between approximately 60 and 1,000 kilometers above the Earth’s surface. It plays a critical role in various