This chapter discusses the formation of clouds and the local conditions necessary for the formation of thunderclouds. The gross charge structure and geographical variability of thunderclouds are also presented. Discussions on sprite-producing thunderclouds and mesoscale convective systems are also included.
Charge structure and geographical variation of thunderclouds, Page 1 of 2
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