Antique Framed Print : Lightning strike at night in Tucson, Arizona, USA
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Lightning strike at night in Tucson, Arizona, USA
Lightning. Night-time view of a bolt of lightning striking the ground in a city with the moon in the sky. Lightning occurs when a large electrical charge builds up in a cloud. This is probably due to the rapid movement of water droplets and ice particles within the cloud. Large thunderclouds generally have very turbulent interiors. The charge induces an opposite charge on the ground, and a few " leader electrons" travel to the ground. When one makes contact, there is a huge backflow of energy up the path of the electron. This produces a bright flash of light and temperatures of up to 30, 000 degrees celsius. Photographed in Tucson, Arizona, USA
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Arizona City City Lights Climate Electrical Storm Lightning Lightning Strike Meteorology Moon Storm Tucson Weather
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 25.1cm (14.6" x 9.9")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the raw power and beauty of nature's fury in Tucson, Arizona. Against a dark night sky illuminated by the glowing moon, a bolt of lightning strikes the ground with an electrifying force. The mesmerizing display showcases the incredible phenomenon that occurs when a large electrical charge builds up within a cloud. The turbulent interiors of massive thunderclouds create the perfect conditions for this awe-inspiring event to unfold. As water droplets and ice particles rapidly move within the cloud, they generate an opposite charge on the ground below. A few brave "leader electrons" embark on a journey towards the earth, carrying immense energy along their path. When one of these courageous electrons finally makes contact with the ground, it triggers an extraordinary backflow of energy that results in a brilliant flash of light and temperatures soaring up to 30,000 degrees Celsius. This remarkable occurrence is beautifully captured in this photograph from Tucson. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of both nature's destructive potential and its breathtaking splendor. It serves as a testament to our planet's ever-changing climate and weather patterns while also highlighting mankind's vulnerability amidst such powerful forces. Science Photo Library has expertly immortalized this moment for us to marvel at and appreciate nature's astonishing displays without commercial intent or purpose other than pure admiration for science itself.
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