Neutron Bursts in Lab Lightning

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DeltaV
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Neutron Bursts in Lab Lightning

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http://physics.aps.org/synopsis-for/10. ... 111.115003
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nuclear reactions in air?
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Re: Neutron Bursts in Lab Lightning

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Without reading the report...
- many substances will emit neutrons if heated enough to overcome the Coulomb barrier.
- neutron detectors frequently give false signals given interference, which lightning bolts would produce in abundance.
The daylight is uncomfortably bright for eyes so long in the dark.
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