The Fair-Weather Electric Field

question 66

Multiple Choice

The fair-weather electric field

• A)results in only a small voltage difference between the ionosphere and the surface.
• B)is maintained in large part through lightning.
• C)distributes much electricity to the ground because air is a good conductor.
• D)has its negative portion in the ionosphere.

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