8 Class Science - Online Notes – Some Natural Phenomena

8 Class Science - Online Notes – Some Natural Phenomena – Lightning

Lightning Conductors

8th Class Science : Lightning conductors are used to protecting buildings from the damaging effects of lightning. Lightning strikes building or other objects

Lightning Strikes building or other objects because the materials in then provide an easier path to the ground than air.

A lighting Conductor runs from the top to the bottom, along the outer wall of the structure to be protected. The lower end of the lightning conductor is linked to a metal plate which is underlying deep under the ground.

If lightning strikes, the building is protected as the lightning conductor provides an easy path of the charge to pass through to the ground.

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Safety Measures Against Lightning Strikes

Lightning usually strikes tall building and trees. Here are some safety measures you can take if you are caught in a thunderstorm.

Do not take shelter under a tree. Not only are you in danger of being struck by lightning, but if the tree gets struck by lightning, it could catch fire and cause great harm to you.
Try to take shelter indoors.
You can even take shelter inside a car or a bigger vehicle such as a truck.

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