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OpenStudy (anonymous):

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

OpenStudy (anonymous):

This is known as static discharge.

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