alleryWhich type of lightning poses the greatest threat to life and property?
AIntra-cloud
BInter-cloud
CCloud-to-cloud
DCloud-to-ground
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Cloud-to-ground
1. Cloud-to-ground lightning ends on the ground, so it can hit people and buildings.
2. Intra-cloud and cloud-to-cloud flashes are more common but stay in the sky.
3. Hence cloud-to-ground is the greatest threat.
_Source: Wikipedia, Lightning, Cloud to ground (CG)_
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