Physics
Scientific paper
May 1989
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1989s%26w....28..287k&link_type=abstract
Sterne und Weltraum (ISSN 0039-1263), vol. 28, May 1989, p. 287-290. In German.
Physics
Atmospheric Physics, Planetary Atmospheres, Planetary Meteorology, Thunderstorms, Atmospheric Chemistry, Atmospheric Electricity, Clouds, Convection, Ice, Jupiter Atmosphere, Lightning, Rain, Venus Atmosphere
Scientific paper
Observations and theoretical models of lightning in planetary atmospheres are reviewed. The basic characteristics of terrestrial lightning are summarized, and the mechanisms proposed to explain them are discussed, including electrostatic induction, small-ion production, droplet tearing, phase transformations, and volcanic eruptions. The dominant roles of electrically determined convection and ice formation are indicated, and the phenomena typically associated with discharges are described. Particular attention is then given to observations of rain and lightning discharges on Jupiter, evidence for lightning discharges on Venus, the reasons why lightning on Mars is unlikely, the possibility of lightning on the other giant planets, and the effects of lightning on atmospheric chemistry. Diagrams and Voyager images of lightning on Jupiter are provided.
No associations
LandOfFree
Planetary thunderstorms does not yet have a rating. At this time, there are no reviews or comments for this scientific paper.
If you have personal experience with Planetary thunderstorms, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and Planetary thunderstorms will most certainly appreciate the feedback.
Profile ID: LFWR-SCP-O-1875613