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Sound following a flash of lightning is called

A. Stoning

B. Bolting

C. Thunder

D. Cloud clash

Answer: Option C

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Sound following a flash of lightning is called Thunder. Thunder or thunder clap always follows lightning because light travels faster than sound. Thunder is caused by the rush of air into the space, created by lightning as it travels from cloud to earth.

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