Thunder

Sound caused by rapid expansion of air during a lightning strike.

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Thunder is the sound caused by the rapid expansion of air due to intense heat generated during a lightning strike. It is commonly associated with thunderstorms and can vary in intensity depending on the distance from the lightning source.

/ˈθʌndər/

Thunder originates from the Old English word 'þunor', referring to the Norse god of thunder, Thor.

Thunder is the loud boom you hear after lightning flashes, like when air heats up super fast and explodes!

Thunder can be heard up to 10-20 miles away
,The sound of thunder varies depending on the distance and atmospheric conditions
,Sometimes you see lightning before you hear thunder because light travels faster than sound

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