(Solved): (a) With the aid of diagrams, explain the phenomenon of lightning formation, starting from the exi ...

(a) With the aid of diagrams, explain the phenomenon of lightning formation, starting from the existence of charges in the clouds until the formation of multiple strokes in single flash. Analyse the differences between the stepped leader and dart leader supported with a good justification based on theories. (15 marks) (b) There about \( 29 \% \) of lightning strike occurrences for victims who have sheltered under trees or shades, whereas \( 37 \% \) at open space area. Discuss how the victims get strike by the lightning in these conditions. Then explain the other mechanisms in which the lightning could ham human and animals.