Thunderstorm electrification

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-009655",
  "term": "Thunderstorm electrification",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The physical processes responsible for the generation and separation of electrical charges within a cumulonimbus cloud, ultimately leading to lightning. This phenomenon is primarily attributed to the non-inductive charging mechanism involving collisions between ice particles and graupel in the presence of supercooled water. Electrification is a prerequisite for lightning activity.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/thunderstorm-electrification/"
}