Rare transient luminous event photographed in upper atmosphere

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Sprites are atmospheric electrical phenomena that occur during thunderstorms, delivering electrical energy high into the atmosphere. The discussion raises questions about the altitude at which sprites occur and their unique upward spreading behavior, suggesting a possible interaction with the Earth's magnetic field. This phenomenon highlights the complex dynamics between storm activity and atmospheric electricity, indicating that sprites may play a significant role in the transfer of energy from storms to the upper atmosphere.
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http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2003/06/0625_030625_atmospherethunder.html
 
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I've always heard them referred to as "sprites". The artical states that they diliver the electrical energy of a storm high into the atmosphere. I can't help but wonder, "how high?". Looking at the peculiar way they spread out as they progress upward, it would almost appear that they discharge directly to the Earth's magnaetic field.
 

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