Precipitation electricity

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-008111",
  "term": "Precipitation electricity",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The electrical phenomena associated with precipitation, including the charging of hydrometeors and the electric fields they generate. This encompasses the processes of charge separation within clouds, the electrification of raindrops and ice crystals, and the resulting atmospheric electric currents. It is a key aspect of thunderstorm development and lightning formation.",
  "see_also": [
    "precipitation current",
    "ion-capture theory"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/precipitation-electricity/"
}