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Using a Laser to Control the Path of the Lightning

Scientists in Switzerland have created a laser that can guide lightning. It is the first time people have been able to influence real lightning with just light. The project was carried out on top of Mount Sentis, one of Europe's most dangerous locations for lightning strikes.

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