Unusual Weather Phenomena: Ball Lightning and More
  • 1. What is ball lightning?
A) A rare and unexplained atmospheric electrical phenomenon
B) A form of hail
C) A type of thunderstorm
D) A tornado-like event
  • 2. What is a common characteristic of ball lightning?
A) Triangular shape
B) Spherical shape
C) Elliptical shape
D) Cubical shape
  • 3. What is 'St. Elmo's Fire'?
A) A type of fire caused by lightening
B) A specific type of lightning
C) A rare kind of meteor shower
D) A weather phenomenon related to electrical discharge
  • 4. What type of cloud is associated with thunder and lightning?
A) Stratus
B) Nimbostratus
C) Cumulonimbus
D) Cirrus
  • 5. What is 'heat lightning'?
A) Lightning from a distant storm that is not heard
B) Lightning that produces heat
C) A type of ball lightning
D) Lightning that occurs in very hot conditions
  • 6. What is the common duration of ball lightning events?
A) More than 10 minutes
B) An hour or more
C) Less than one second
D) A few seconds
  • 7. Ball lightning typically occurs during which weather conditions?
A) During clear skies
B) During high winds
C) During heavy snowfall
D) During thunderstorms
  • 8. What safety precautions are often recommended during thunderstorm conditions to avoid ball lightning?
A) Stay indoors and avoid electrical appliances
B) Go outside to observe it
C) Stand near windows
D) Use electronic devices
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