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lithicbeads

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Sprites
« on: October 01, 2014, 06:55:23 PM »
Very interesting

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Re: Sprites
« Reply #1 on: October 01, 2014, 06:56:30 PM »
A little while back there was a program on NOVA about sprites.  Very fascinating to watch!   :headbang:
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Re: Sprites
« Reply #2 on: October 02, 2014, 07:14:44 AM »
Some of the images seem to highlight tree lines in the instant flash of the sprites.  That with the multi burst of light it reminds me of the infinite patterns of plume agates.

Like Mr Ashcroft said, they are jaw-droppingly beautiful.
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Re: Sprites
« Reply #3 on: October 02, 2014, 07:32:09 AM »
mother nature sure has a lot of surprises if you know how and where to look for them; maybe he should cut rocks while he waits LOL
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