keraunograph
Meanings
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noun
A scientific instrument used to study atmospheric electricity, particularly lightning.
- "The keraunograph recorded several lightning strikes during the storm."
- "The scientist used the keraunograph to study the electrical activity in the clouds."
Variants
List of all variants of keraunograph that leads to same resultautograph , autographies , autographs , autography , autographed , autographing , autograph book
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From the Greek words 'keraunos' (thunder) and 'graphein' (to write).
Trivia
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The first keraunograph was invented in the late 18th century by Benjamin Franklin.
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The term 'keraunograph' is also used metaphorically to refer to any instrument or method used to study or record phenomena related to thunder and lightning.
Related Concepts
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Atmospheric electricity: The electric charge that exists in the atmosphere, which includes lightning.
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Lightning: An electric discharge that occurs between a cloud and the ground, or between different parts of a cloud, resulting in a bright flash and thunder.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.The keraunograph has been used extensively in meteorology and atmospheric science to study lightning and its electrical properties. It has also been used in various forms of art and literature to depict the power and mystery of thunder and lightning.
How to Memorize "keraunograph"
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visualize
- Imagine a large scientific instrument with various sensors and wires, designed to study and record lightning.
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associate
- Associate the word with the image of a thundercloud and a lightning bolt.
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mnemonics
- Remember that 'keraunograph' comes from the Greek words for 'thunder' and 'to write'.
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