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A negative charge in a cloud induces a positive charge in the ground below the cloud. The charges gradually increase. Then the air itself becomes charged and forms a pathway for…

A negative charge in a cloud induces a positive charge in the ground below the cloud. The charges gradually increase. Then the air itself becomes charged and forms a pathway for…
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A negative charge in a cloud induces a positive charge in the ground below the cloud. The charges gradually increase. Then the air itself becomes charged and forms a pathway for electrons to travel. A flash of lightning occurs. What is the term for this occurrence?

a. static discharge

b. friction

c. induction

d. contact force

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User Daniel Duong
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a. static discharge Static discharge is the sudden flow of electricity between two electrically charged objects caused by contact, an electrical short, or dielectric breakdown.
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User Sam Logan
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we believe that it is a.Static Discharge from my what me and my friends have as the answer.
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