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प्रश्न
What is the damage caused by lightning?
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उत्तर
- A fire can start if the lightning strike contacts a flammable material. These can include gas pipes, wood, paper, etc.
- If lightning follows electrical wiring, then the wires get overheated, which can cause a fire hazard.
- Lightning can cause damage to the walls, concrete, plaster and glass of a building. It can damage the electrical appliances connected to damaged sockets.
- Lightning can damage tall trees and crops. It can even lead to forest fires.
- Lightning, if it strikes on living beings, can take their lives.
संबंधित प्रश्न
The weather department has predicted that a thunderstorm is likely to occur on a certain day. Suppose you have to go out on that day. Would you carry an umbrella? Explain.
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Lightning strike
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During lightning and thunder, we should avoid standing in-ground and open spaces Why?
Assertion: People struck by lightning receive a severe electrical shock.
Reason: Lightning carries very high voltage.
Assertion: People struck by lightning receive a severe electrical shock.
Reason: Lightning carries very high voltage.
Assertion: People struck by lightning receive a severe electrical shock.
Reason: Lightning carries very high voltage.
Assertion: People struck by lightning receive a severe electrical shock.
Reason: Lightning carries very high voltage.
