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Multiple choice physics some natural phenomena transfer of charge lightning safety seismic waves and tsunami

A lightning conductor is made up of:

  1. copper

  2. glass

  3. ebonite

  4. wood
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The main attribute common to all lightning rods is that they are all made of conductive materials, such as copper and aluminum. Copper and its alloys are the most common materials used in lightning protection. 
A lightning conductor is a metal rod or strap connecting the highest point on a building to the earth. Its purpose is to protect the building from a damaging discharge of electricity between the atmosphere and the building, that is, a lightning strike. 

Multiple choice physics some natural phenomena transfer of charge lightning safety seismic waves and tsunami

Which of the following is the best thing to do during heavy lightning ?

  1. Lying on the ground in an open place

  2. Going into the nearest water body

  3. Staying indoors away from metallic doors or windows

  4. Standing under a tall tree
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Staying indoors is the safest option during lightning. Being in open spaces, near water, or under tall trees increases the risk of being struck.

Multiple choice physics some natural phenomena transfer of charge lightning safety seismic waves and tsunami

When you touch a charged body, the charge flows through you into the earth. This is called

  1. induction

  2. conduction

  3. capacitance

  4. earthing
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

$Answer:-$ D
when a wire  connecting circuit is connected to earth than it is known as earthing, if you touch circuit actually you behave like that wire and entire charge passes through your body and you will feel shock. Human body is good conductor of electricity. 

Multiple choice physics some natural phenomena transfer of charge lightning safety seismic waves and tsunami

Lightning occurs because of :

  1. rain

  2. electric discharge

  3. wind

  4. shaking of earth
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Answer is B.

Lightning occurs because of electric discharge.
Lightning is one of the most powerful natural forces on the planet. It is a natural discharge of the static electricity built up in storm clouds. Most lightning is formed as a part of thunderstorms. We know from observation of static electricity that static electrical discharges such as lightning are caused by separation of charges into positive and negative ions. Over time more of one charge builds until its natural attraction to the opposite charge causes it to migrate in an electrical discharge.

Multiple choice physics some natural phenomena transfer of charge lightning safety seismic waves and tsunami

Which of the following is safest way to protect yourself from lightning?

  1. To run to an open field.

  2. To open an umbrella for cover.

  3. To take shelter under a tree.

  4. To squat low on ground.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Though none of the given options show a perfect way of protection against lightning, squating low on ground is a better choice from the remaining options. Squating low on ground decreases surface area of body open to the atmosphere. So, chances of getting struck is less as compared to other cases.

Multiple choice physics some natural phenomena transfer of charge lightning safety seismic waves and tsunami
State whether the given statement is True or False :
Lightning strikes more on small buildings as compared to larger one.

  1. True

  2. False
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Tall buildings and monuments are frequently hit by lightning. We should always avoid being the highest object anywhere or taking shelter near or under the highest object, including tall trees. We should avoid being near a lightning rod or standing near metal objects such as a fence or underground pipes.

Multiple choice physics some natural phenomena transfer of charge lightning safety seismic waves and tsunami

State whether given statement is True or False.
Does lightning always strike the tallest object?

  1. True

  2. False
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Lightning strike in initiated very high in thunderstorm clouds. Objects on ground have very little influence on its travelling path. Conceptually the taller object is more susceptible to lightning because of shorter air gap between lightning stroke and object.