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Physics, 03.05.2021 09:10 reyesmtz5414

When a thunderstorm is approaching, sailors at sea sometimes observe a phenomenon called “St. Elmo’s fire,” a bluish
flickering light at the tips of masts. What causes this? Why does it
occur at the tips of masts? Why is the effect most pronounced
when the masts are wet? (Hint: Seawater is a good conductor of electricity.)

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