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Usually all of us observe thundering light at rainy day. A light is produced. Is that a.c or d.c
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otomanb said:Usually all of us observe thundering light at rainy day. A light is produced. Is that a.c or d.c
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lightning is just discharge of charges due to electrical breakdown of dielectric material (air) between them. But the flow of current is unidirectional even though it is in the form of a pulse. So it seems for me to say more logical that the lightning discharge is some form of short term directional current (DC).sophiecentaur said:The 'net' discharge is just one way because a positively charged object is discharging to a negatively charged object. but it is in the form of a pulse, which consists of a whole set of frequencies - going up to hundreds of MHz (hence the RF interference)- in addition to the DC bit.
Bob S said:Visible light is about 1015 Hz (about 0.5 micron wavelength).
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Thunder light is considered to be a form of alternating current (AC). This means that the flow of electricity constantly changes direction, which is why thunder light appears to flicker.
Thunder light is different from regular AC or DC electricity because it is a natural phenomenon caused by lightning strikes. Regular AC and DC electricity are man-made and controlled by power plants and electrical grids.
No, thunder light cannot be converted to AC or DC electricity because it is a transient and unpredictable event that cannot be harnessed or controlled.
Yes, thunder light can be dangerous just like regular electricity. It can cause power surges, damage electrical equipment, and even start fires. It is important to take precautions during a thunderstorm to protect yourself and your belongings.
No, thunder light cannot be used as a source of electricity because it is not a consistent or reliable source. Additionally, it is a natural phenomenon that is difficult to harness and control for practical use.