The streaks of bright light seen during lightning is essentially the path followed by:

UV rays from sun

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Gamma rays

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Accumulated electric charges

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is B Accumulated electric charges
Lightning occurs due to electrostatic discharge between the atmosphere and the ground. So the streaks of bright light seen during lightning are essentially the path followed by accumulated electric charges.

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