Which statement about thunderstorms is correct?

Question 8 options:

A)

Lightning and thunder are not related to thunderstorms.

B)

Thunder is heard before lightning is seen.

C)

Thunder can occur without lightning.

D)

Lightning is seen before thunder is heard.

1 answer

The correct statement about thunderstorms is:

D) Lightning is seen before thunder is heard.

This is because light travels faster than sound, so you will see the flash of lightning before you hear the sound of thunder.