Upper-atmospheric lightning
ID: upper-atmospheric-lightning
Upper-atmospheric lightning refers to unusual electrical discharges occurring high in the Earth's atmosphere, typically above the conventional thunderstorm clouds. These phenomena include various types of high-altitude lightning, such as: 1. **Sprites**: These are large-scale electrical discharges that occur above thunderstorm clouds, typically at altitudes between 30 and 90 kilometers (18 to 56 miles).
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