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Lightning strikes mountain at night, Arizona, USA
Lightning. Night-time view of a bolt of lightning striking a mountain. 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 northern Arizona, USA
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Arizona Climate Electrical Storm Lightning Lightning Strike Meteorology Mountain Night Storm Weather
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A high quality photographic print manufactured into a durable wipe clean mouse mat (27x22cm) with a non slip backing, which works with all mice.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 17.5cm (10" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 26.9cm x 21.8cm (10.6" x 8.6")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the awe-inspiring power of nature as a bolt of lightning strikes a majestic mountain in Arizona, USA. Illuminating the night sky with its electrifying brilliance, this mesmerizing display showcases the raw energy and beauty that accompanies an electrical storm. Lightning is formed when immense amounts of electrical charge accumulate within a cloud, often caused by the rapid movement of water droplets and ice particles. In turbulent thunderclouds like this one, these charges induce an opposite charge on the ground. A few courageous "leader electrons" brave their way to the earth's surface, resulting in an extraordinary release of energy along their path. The consequences are truly remarkable - temperatures reaching up to 30,000 degrees Celsius and a blinding flash of light that momentarily transforms darkness into daylight. This photograph perfectly encapsulates both the destructive force and breathtaking spectacle that lightning embodies. Taken in northern Arizona, this image not only showcases Mother Nature's incredible power but also highlights how climate patterns shape our environment. It serves as a reminder of our planet's intricate meteorological systems and encourages us to appreciate their complexity. With every glance at this striking print from Science Photo Library, we are reminded that even amidst chaos and turbulence, there is undeniable beauty waiting to be discovered in nature's most powerful moments.
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