Lightning Thief

What natural phenomenon is often compared to the power of Zeus's lightning bolt in 'The Lightning Thief'?

• Thunderstorm

• Tornado

• Earthquake

• Volcanic eruption

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In 'The Lightning Thief', Percy Jackson is associated with which element that is also a conductor of electricity?

• Water

• Fire

• Earth

• Air

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Which of the following scientific principles explains why lightning is attracted to tall structures?

• Gravity

• Magnetism

• Electrostatic induction

• Nuclear fusion

What is the primary gas in the atmosphere that contributes to the formation of lightning?

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon Dioxide

• Argon

In 'The Lightning Thief', Percy uses water to heal himself. Which property of water is most relevant to its role in biological systems?

• Cohesion

• Adhesion

• High specific heat

• Solvent properties

Which scientific instrument would be most useful for studying the electrical properties of a lightning bolt?

• Voltmeter

• Barometer

• Thermometer

• Spectrometer

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What type of cloud is most commonly associated with the formation of lightning?

• Cumulus

• Stratus

• Cirrus

• Cumulonimbus

In 'The Lightning Thief', the characters encounter a storm. What is the primary cause of storms in meteorological terms?

• High pressure systems

• Low pressure systems

• Stable air masses

• Cold fronts

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Which of the following best describes the process of lightning formation?

• Condensation of water vapor

• Separation of electric charges

• Fusion of hydrogen atoms

• Evaporation of water

In 'The Lightning Thief', Percy is able to control water. What scientific principle allows water to conduct electricity?

• Presence of ions

• High density

• Low viscosity

• Thermal conductivity

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