Negative cloud-to-ground lightning

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-007493",
  "term": "Negative cloud-to-ground lightning",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A type of lightning discharge where negative charge is transferred from the cloud to the ground. This is the most common form of cloud-to-ground lightning, accounting for approximately 90-95% of all such strikes. It typically involves a downward-moving stepped leader followed by an upward-moving return stroke.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/negative-cloud-to-ground-lightning/"
}