Visual Learning Systems
The Nature of Electricity: Lightning and Thunder
This video describes the basic role that atoms play in creating electrical charges, as well as the nature and creation of static electricity. Various methods of charging are discussed, emphasizing the role that insulators and conductors...
Curated Video
The Science Behind Thunderstorms: Lightning and Thunder Explained
This video explains the formation of thunderstorms and how lightning and thunder are created. It describes how water vapor in the sky condenses into clouds, and when these clouds collide, electrical charges are produced. When these...
SciShow Kids
What Causes Thunder and Lightning?
A SciShow Kids viewer wants to know, 'Why do lightning and thunder happen?' Get your raincoat, because Jessi will take you inside a thunderstorm to give you the answer!
Curated Video
Storm Chasers: Unraveling the Mysteries of Lightning and Thunder
Join us as we delve into the electrifying world of storms, uncovering how lightning forms and the best ways to stay safe during a storm. Discover the science behind storm clouds and lightning, witness demonstrations of lightning rods and...
Weatherthings
Storms: lightning and thunder
Children on a playground use creativity and their imaginations to simulate the many different types of storms found on Earth. From thunderstorms to wind storms, to snow storms and rain storms, to hurricanes and tornadoes, the children...
FuseSchool
Lightning
A flash of lightning, and a rumble of thunder. But what exactly are these spectacular occurrences? In 1752, Benjamin Franklin discovered that lightning was caused by powerful electrical discharges in clouds. He wasn’t the first person to...
FuseSchool
PHYSICS - Electricity - Lightning
A flash of lightning, and a rumble of thunder. But what exactly are these spectacular occurrences? In 1752, Benjamin Franklin discovered that lightning was caused by powerful electrical discharges in clouds. He wasn’t the first person to...
Visual Learning Systems
Understanding Lightning
This video explains the science behind lightning and its dangers. It discusses how charges build up in storm clouds, leading to an electrical discharge between the cloud and the ground. This video is part of the 9-part series, Electricity.
Dom Burgess
What Happens When You Are Struck By Lightning?
Third degree burns, brain damage and heart attacks. In this episode, Dom investigates what happens to your body when you are struck by lightning and why high voltage electricity is just, like, really not good for you! Prepare to be SHOCKED!
Curated Video
CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - Thunder and Lightning
Thunderbolt and Lightning connectors are high-speed alternatives to USB. A good tech recognizes when these technologies are used, their unique connectors, and the benefits/weaknesses they have compared to USB. This clip is from the...
Curated Video
Let's think about Lightning - Smarter Every Day 15
http://twitter.com/#!/SmarterYoutube Have you ever thought about lightning and Thunder? If not, you should start! You can do science in your own front yard if you'll just take a minute to engage your brain!
Curated Video
Lightning - Atmospheric Discharge
A high-current electrical discharge in the atmosphere that may occur during thunderstorms, or sometimes dust storms or volcanic eruptions. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning...
MinuteEarth
Why Doesn't All Thunder Sound The Same?
We've all experienced thunder, but what ARE all those claps, booms, and rumbles?
Curated Video
The Power and Phenomenon of Lightning
In this video, we explore the fascinating phenomenon of lightning. From its electrostatic discharge to the formation of thunder, we learn about the specific conditions required for lightning to occur. The video also discusses the...
PBS
Kasogonagá: Sky Deity and Absolute Cutie
A sky deity falling from the sky sounds bad, right? Not if it’s the Kasogonagá! From the mythology of the Toba peoples of South America, this god of lightning, thunder, and rain appears as a small, hairy anteater-like creature and needs...
Curated Video
CompTIA A+ Certification 220-1001: The Total Course - Thunder and Lightning
Thunderbolt and Lightning connectors are high-speed alternatives to USB. A good tech recognizes when these technologies are used, their unique connectors, and the benefits/weaknesses they have compared to USB. This clip is from the...
Curated Video
Catatumbo Lightning: What Is The Beacon Of Maracaibo?
Beacon of Maracaibo (also called Maracaibo lightning/Catatumbo lightning) refers to the phenomenon of relentless lightning which goes on for nearly 300 days in a calendar year and for over 9 hours in each of those days. This seemingly...
Science ABC
Catatumbo Lightning: What Is The Beacon Of Maracaibo?
Beacon of Maracaibo (also called Maracaibo lightning/Catatumbo lightning) refers to the phenomenon of relentless lightning which goes on for nearly 300 days in a calendar year and for over 9 hours in each of those days. This seemingly...
Fun Kids
Learn Weather Vocabulary
How's the weather today? Learn weather vocabulary in English with this English learning video from Fun Kids English. In this video, we'll learn the vocabulary sunny, cloudy, rainy, windy, snowy, foggy, hot, cold, lightning, and thunder.
Weatherthings
Weather Things: Lightning Properties
Lightning is spectacular, from a distance. It's nature's way of transferring electricity within the sky, or between the sky and the ground. When lightning is nearby, it is a threat to safety. People are struck by lightning, in many cases...
Weatherthings
Weather Things: Lightning Safety
Lightning is spectacular, from a distance. It's nature's way of transferring electricity within the sky, or between the sky and the ground. When lightning is nearby, it is a threat to safety. People are struck by lightning, in many cases...
Packt
Introduction to computer hardware and software : Thunder and Lightning
From the section: Essential Peripherals. In this section, we learn more about optical media, USB standard, configure USB’s for keyboard and mIce. Thunderbolt and Lightning connectors are high-speed alternatives to USB. A good tech...
Visual Learning Systems
Types of Storms and Their Characteristics
This video provides an overview of different types of storms, including snowstorms, thunderstorms, hurricanes, and tornadoes. It explains the characteristics and formation of each type of storm, highlighting their destructive potential...
Curated Video
Thunder and Lightning
Thunderstorms can be an impressive sight, but how are they formed? What is happening deep inside certain clouds to create such huge bolts of energy? Earth Science - Weather - Learning Points. Thunderstorms form in dense tall clouds...