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प्रश्न
Write an answer to the following question in your own words.
What are the measures to prevent loss of life due to lightning?
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उत्तर
To prevent loss of life due to lightning, the following measures can be taken:
- If outdoor:
- Avoid taking shelter under trees.
- Avoid being near any kind of metal object, which may include metal wires, fences, machinery and power appliances.
- Take shelter inside a fully enclosed car with all the windows shut.
- If indoor:
- Turn off all the electrical appliances, such as the television and refrigerator.
- Avoid bathing or showering.
संबंधित प्रश्न
Suggest three measures to protect ourselves from lightning.
Answer in your own words.
Why is lightning not seen every day during the rainy season?
Consider the statement given below and choose the correct option.
Assertion: It is safer to stand under a tall tree during lightning.
Reason: It will make you the target for lightning.
Identify the lightning conductor and the copper plate in the following figure.

You might have observed on a dry day that when you touch the screen of a television or computer monitor (with picture tube), you get a slight shock. Why does it happen?
Explain why it is safer to use a wireless telephone instead of a landline telephone during lightning.
Who discovered static electricity or lightning in clouds?
How can you save yourselves from lightning?
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.
