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because lightning strikes higher objects and if it hit the tree a branch could break off and hurt you

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How do you conduct electricity?

By standing under a tree during a lightning storm.


Why it is advised to take shelter under a tree during lighting?

It isn't. The advise is NOT to take shelter under a tree. Lightning tends to strike tall objects such as trees. A person standing near a tree that gets hit by lightning may be electrocuted. Trees may even explode when hit by lighting, which is another hazard.


When offers a person the least amount of protection during a lighting storm?

Standing under a tree offers the least protection during a lightning storm because the tree can be struck by lightning, leading to potential injury or harm for anyone nearby. It is safer to seek shelter indoors or in a structure with a lightning protection system.


How did Thomas Edison propose to his wife?

He lightened up her life with the question "Will you marry me?" under a tree during a lightning storm.


What do you use duration for?

A period of time during which something is happening - the duration of the experiment. - we sheltered under a tree for the duration of the storm.


Why should you not be in or close to a tree?

you shouldn't be near a tree during a storm.


Why sheltering under a tree during a thunderstorm?

Sheltering under a tree during a thunderstorm is dangerous because trees can attract lightning due to their height and moisture content. Lightning could potentially strike the tree and cause injury to anyone seeking shelter under it. It is safer to seek shelter in a sturdy building or a hardtop car during a thunderstorm.


Where not to be during a storm?

Outside, alone on an open field. Outside, under a high tree, close to a flag pole, utility pole or similar.


In Tuck Everlasting how come the tree gets burnt?

the tree gets burned because a storm came am lighting struck the tree. that falls down and burns down the whole wood.


Who is responsible for cleanup of a tree that fell in a storm?

Is a neighbour responsible for clearing away large parts of their tree that have fallen on our property during a storm


Why is it safer to be inside a car than standing under a tree during lightning?

Because of the rubber in the tires. It also has to do with being lower to the ground. And generally, it's pretty stupid to stand under a tree during a lightning storm, seeing how lightning goes for the tallest thing it can or the tallest thing around.


After a storm i was walking in my horse's paddock and I saw her laying down she was between a fence and a tree and she was dead there was no apparent sign of a struggle what happened?

Lighting?