Induction charging mechanism

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-006508",
  "term": "Induction charging mechanism",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A process by which electric charge separation occurs within a cloud, particularly in thunderstorms, due to the interaction of ice crystals and graupel in the presence of an ambient electric field. When a larger, falling graupel particle collides with smaller, rising ice crystals, charge is transferred, leading to the electrification of the cloud. This mechanism is considered a primary contributor to lightning formation.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/induction-charging-mechanism/"
}