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A megavolt is an electrifying unit of voltage equivalent to one million volts. While it’s a colossal amount of electrical potential, megavolts are not just theoretical—they have practical applications, such as in the operation of particle accelerators. These scientific marvels use megavolts to propel particles to high speeds, allowing physicists to delve into the mysteries of the universe by simulating conditions akin to those just after the Big Bang.

In the world of natural phenomena, lightning bolts can occasionally reach megavolt levels of voltage. A single lightning strike can spike well over a hundred million volts, showcasing nature’s awesome and hazardous power. This immense voltage is enough to travel through air, ionizing it and creating the brilliant, crackling illumination we often witness in a thunderstorm.