How can we see lightning in detail when the average bolt only lasts for about 30 microseconds?

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How can we see lightning in detail when the average bolt only lasts for about 30 microseconds?

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Our eyes aren’t like a camera shutter that only “sees” for a small amount of time every frame, the cells in our retina are continually gathering light and react the moment enough light hits them so even an incredibly brief flash will activate them as long as it’s bright enough.

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