A Sprite in Action (VIDEO)
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In this high-speed video captured from an airplane of the luminous phenomenon known as a sprite, a halo first appears and persists for a short while, and sprite elements are initiated from the bottom of the halo in an explosive manner and form a spectacular fireworks-like display. Researchers led by Florida Institute of Technology's Ningyu Liu have now provided a clearer understanding of the atmospheric mechanisms that lead to sprite formation.
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Florida Institute of Technology
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