Shockwaves: The Damage Caused by Supersonic Speeds

The video explains the concept of shock waves, highlighting their destructive potential and how they are formed. It covers the creation of shock waves by supersonic aircraft, resulting in sonic booms, and demonstrates this with a gunpowder explosion. The video also explores natural occurrences of shock waves, such as thunder, and emphasizes the energy transfer involved.

Describe the process that occurs when gunpowder is ignited.

What natural phenomenon is created by the rapid expansion of air due to lightning?