Three primary forms of lightning are distinguished by where they occur: [6][7] Intra-cloud (IC) or in-cloud – Within a single thundercloud Cloud-to-cloud (CC) or inter-cloud – Between two clouds Cloud-to …

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Dec 11, 2025 · Lightning, the visible discharge of electricity that occurs when a region of a cloud acquires an excess electrical charge, either positive or negative, sufficient to break down the …

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Lightning Detection and Analysis: Essential for Accurate Weather Forecasting and Safety Lightning detection is a vital element in meteorology, playing a crucial role in the analysis and forecasting of …