Exploring Transient Luminous Events: Mysterious Lightning Forms on Earth
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Summary
The article discusses the mysterious forms of lightning known as transient luminous events (TLEs) that occur in Earth's upper atmosphere during thunderstorms, including sprites, elves, and jets.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledOur atmosphere is like one big electrical circuit: Thunderstorms are the batteries that charge it up, and lightning is the current flowing through it.
TLEs are mysterious, beautiful, and uniquely different from conventional lightning.
Scientists are working to understand the curious phenomena of red sprites, green ghosts, and blue jets high above thunderstorms.
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