During thunderstorms, leaves from trees and other plants create mini electric discharges that can significantly alter the surrounding air quality through the emission of hydroxyl (OH) and hydroperoxyl (HO2). When nature's fury unleashes itself in the form of a thunderstorm, our world undergoes a dramatic transformation. Beyond the awe-inspiring display of lightning bolts and … [Read more...] about The Electrifying Connection Between Thunderstorms and Air Quality
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Capturing the Fury of Nature: The Calbuco Volcano’s Electrifying Eruption
In the realm of photography, the fusion of natural forces can yield breathtaking results. In April 2015, nature's fury was on full display during the eruption of the Calbuco volcano, and photographer Francisco Negroni seized the moment to capture an electrifying spectacle. Negroni's lens immortalized the initial hours of the Calbuco eruption, revealing a dramatic … [Read more...] about Capturing the Fury of Nature: The Calbuco Volcano’s Electrifying Eruption
Photographer captures electrifying images from the Grand Canyon’s rim
Using long exposures, photographer Rolf Maeder managed to capture multiple lightning strikes hitting the Grand Canyon under atmospheric stormy skies. Sometimes an opportunity comes very unexpectedly. On August 30th, Maeder and two friends were driving from Sedona to the Grand Canyon to get some sunset shots. Maeder explains: After a short time … [Read more...] about Photographer captures electrifying images from the Grand Canyon’s rim