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Any metal that will conduct electricity. Steel works fine, since it is strong. A ground rod driven into the ground and connected to the lightning rod with a wire or cable. The ground rod is usually copper clad (or plated) steel.

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How thick of a lightning rod have to be to conduct a lightning?

Lightning rods are typically made of metal and do not need to be particularly thick to conduct lightning. The most important factor is the material's conductivity, such as copper or aluminum, which allows the lightning to safely pass through the rod and into the ground. The diameter of a lightning rod is usually around ½ inch to 1 inch.


What do they use on building so lightning doesnt strike it?

Usally a metal rod on top of the buliding to attract the lightning


What is a rod made of?

There are a variety of rods, such as curtain rods, lightning rods, stirring rods, etc. They are generally made from metal or wood, but stirring rods can be made of glass or plastic.


How did lightning rod improve people lives?

The lightning rod (USA), lightning conductor (UK) is a metal rod that is placed on the top of tall buildings. A metal cable or strap connects the conductor to another metal rod sunk deep into the earth. The principle is that should lightning strike the building, it is attracted to the conductor and travels down the cable to be dissipated safely into the earth - so saving the building from lightning damage. Wooden building used to burn down under stikes from lightening. The lighten rod (Ben Franklin) gives the electricity a easy path to the ground instead of a heat-producing path through wood.


How can you create a lightning rod?

To create a lightning rod, you will need a metal rod or conductor that is tall enough to be higher than the structure it is protecting. The rod should have a pointed tip and be securely grounded to dissipate the electrical charge safely into the ground. It's important to follow local building codes and safety guidelines when installing a lightning rod.

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What is a lightning rod made of?

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What is a metal rod mounted on the roof?

A metal rod is a long bar that is made out of steel or other metal materials. It can be used for construction.


What is a pointed metal object that attracts lightning?

A lightning rod.


How does a lightning rod help guide the electric current?

lightning rods help you because of the metal in the rod


Would the plastic lightning rod work better than the same as or not as well as a metal lightning rod?

A metal lightning rod is more conductive than a plastic one, so it would work better in attracting and conducting lightning strikes away from a structure. Plastic is not a good conductor of electricity, so a plastic lightning rod would not be as effective in protecting against lightning strikes.


What a lightning rod?

A lightning rod is a metal rod or conductor mounted on a building or structure to protect it from lightning strikes. The rod helps to safely conduct the electrical charge from a lightning strike to the ground, reducing the risk of fire or other damage to the building.


What impact did the invention of lightning rod have on society?

The lightning rod enabled people to have a system that prevented their house from being struck by lightning. It is a metal rod that prevented lightning from striking. Instead of striking the target it bounced off the rod and into the ground.


How do you make lightning on the alchemy game?

Umm lightning rod? Thunder storm and metal


How thick of a lightning rod have to be to conduct a lightning?

Lightning rods are typically made of metal and do not need to be particularly thick to conduct lightning. The most important factor is the material's conductivity, such as copper or aluminum, which allows the lightning to safely pass through the rod and into the ground. The diameter of a lightning rod is usually around ½ inch to 1 inch.


What a lightning rob does?

A lightning rod is a metal rod mounted on a structure to divert lightning strike away from the building and into the ground, preventing damage from electrical surges. When lightning strikes, the rod provides a path of least resistance for the electrical current to follow, minimizing the risk of fire or other damage.


What do they use on building so lightning doesnt strike it?

Usally a metal rod on top of the buliding to attract the lightning