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प्रश्न
Lightning conductors cannot protect a building from lightning.
विकल्प
True
False
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उत्तर
This statement is False.
Explanation:
During lightning, the lightning conductor directly conducts all the atmospheric charges to the earth, leaving the building safe. Hence, lightning conductors protect a building from lightning.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Suggest three measures to protect ourselves from lightning.
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Answer in your own words.
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Answer in your own words.
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What is the damage caused by lightning?
What are the remedial measures for the following calamity:
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What are the measures to prevent loss of life due to lightning?
______ is a device that protects building from lightning strike.
How lightning takes place?
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______ arrestor is a device used to protect buildings from the effects of lightning.
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