Scientists report world-first observation of gamma-ray flash as lightning strikes
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Scientists observed a rare terrestrial gamma-ray flash (TGF) during a lightning strike in Japan. Using advanced sensors, they captured two lightning paths colliding, creating an intense radiation burst. The TGF occurred just before the paths met, generating a powerful electric field that accelerated electrons to near light speed. This observation provides crucial data on how lightning produces gamma rays and contributes to understanding high-energy atmospheric processes.
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