Brains On! Science podcast for kids Where does lightning come from?
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Jan 16, 2024 Join Molly and Lily as they explore the science of lightning, including how it forms and the different types of lightning. They also discuss the excitement and danger of thunderstorms, share safety tips, and play a lightning-themed game show. The hosts reveal a shocking mystery sound and introduce the topic of lightning in a fun and engaging way.
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Lightning and Electricity
- Lightning is a giant zap of electricity, found everywhere, even in our bodies.
- All electricity, from lightning to our nervous system, originates from atoms.
Atoms and Electricity
- Atoms, the building blocks of everything, have electrons that can move between atoms.
- This transfer of electrons creates electricity, causing an imbalance atoms try to correct.
Lightning Formation
- Inside storm clouds, ice and graupel collide, transferring electrons.
- Graupel, with extra electrons, creates an attraction with the ground, leading to lightning.