An unusual lake in Canada.

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From Pele's hair to kaleidoscopic clouds, our planet is filled with unbelievable natural phenomena. You have to be at the right place at the right time to witness many of these events. Here are some of the most mind-boggling phenomena Earth has to offer, and the science behind them. 1. Volcanic lightningVolcanic lightning at Mount Sakurajima, Japan.

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That's right, volcanoes can produce lightning.

It's pretty hard to study, but...

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