The induction explanation for lightning
A) is criticized by some scientists for not allowing enough time for the transfer of charge from ice crystals to hailstones.
B) assumes that the upper atmosphere has a positive charge.
C) assumes the transfer of electrons from ice pellets to ice crystals.
D) is criticized by some scientists for not taking into account that the electrical field is too strong.
Answer: B
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