Who Needs Miracles? On Nature and the Miraculous (with Alan Lightman)
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Unraveling the Mystery of Ball Lightning
This chapter explores the enigmatic phenomena of ball lightning through a personal encounter during a thunderstorm, where a glowing orb caused property damage. The discussion examines the limited scientific understanding of ball lightning, its relationship to lightning strikes, and societal reactions to extraordinary experiences akin to alien sightings. Additionally, it delves into the science behind thunder and lightning, highlighting the complexities and limitations of scientific validation for extraordinary claims.
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