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EPISODE · Aug 31, 2025 · 4 MIN

Dr Michelle Dickinson: How does lightning begin?

from The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin · host Newstalk ZB

Scientists have debated over two main theories of how lightning starts for years.  Some say it's due to a build up of static electricity between particles in clouds, whereas others say cosmic rays are involved in the process. Dr Michelle Dickinson joins Francesca Rudkin to breakdown these two leading theories.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Scientists have debated over two main theories of how lightning starts for years.  Some say it's due to a build up of static electricity between particles in clouds, whereas others say cosmic rays are involved in the process. Dr Michelle Dickinson...

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