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Which is more likely to be hit by lightning a metal or a wooden boat why?
metal because lightning hits metal mostly
What is a metal pole made from?
A 'metal pole' could be made out of so many different types of metal, but most likely the metals you are looking for are Iron, Steel or a Chrome-plated pole.
Why would you avoid metal during a lightning storm?
Metal is a good conductor of electricity, so being near or touching metal objects during a lightning storm can increase the risk of being struck by lightning. If lightning strikes a metal object, the electricity can travel through it and potentially harm anyone in contact with it. It's best to avoid metal objects and seek shelter indoors during a lightning storm to stay safe.
What happens to the occupants of a metal-hulled boat when lightning strikes the water?
The occupants are at risk of electric shock if the lightning strike travels through the metal hull of the boat. It is safer for occupants to move to the center of the boat, away from metal surfaces, and avoid contact with any metal objects during a lightning storm.
Do wooden lightning rods work?
Wooden lightning rods do not work as effectively as metal lightning rods because wood is not a good conductor of electricity. Metal lightning rods are used to protect structures from lightning strikes by providing a path for the lightning to safely travel to the ground.
Why is lighting bolt hitting a metal pole an example of conduction?
When a lightning bolt strikes a metal pole, the metal is an excellent conductor of electricity. The metal's free-flowing electrons quickly transport the electrical charge from the lightning bolt down the pole and into the ground, making it an example of conduction.
Why would it be dangerous to hold a metal pole in a thunderstorm?
The reason it is dangerous to hold a metal pole in a thunderstorm is because metal is a conductive material, so the electricity that comes from the lightning would conduct into the metal and transfer it to your body
How can you protect yourself from a lightning storm?
run outside with a large metal pole. the pole will act as a conductor which would actract the lighten and it would not hurt you.
How do you get hit by lightning?
Electricity will always find its way to Earth through the easiest route. As such, you are most likely to be struck by lightning if you provide the easiest route for an electrical current to earth itself. So, if you are holding a large, highly conductive metal pole in the middle of a field during a thunderstorm, where your large conductive metal pole is the closest path to earth for an electrical charge in the air, then the current will pass down the pole, through you, to earth. Voila.
Why would standing on a beach or in the golf course make your body act like a lightning rod?
You are holding a long metal pole (golf club).
What are lightning rodes?
Lightning rods (metal pole or spike) are placed just above the highest point of a building. A metal cable or strap is attached to the rod, and the other end is buried in the ground. The idea is that a lightning strike will hit the rod and the electrical charge, instead of damaging the building, is led down the cable and is dissipated safely into the ground.
Which is more likely to be hit by lightning a metal or a wooden boat why?
metal because lightning hits metal mostly
What do you need to light a flag pole without electricity?
A taller pole and lots of lightning.
What is a pointed metal object that attracts lightning?
A lightning rod.
What is a metal pole made from?
A 'metal pole' could be made out of so many different types of metal, but most likely the metals you are looking for are Iron, Steel or a Chrome-plated pole.
What kinds of metal attracts lightning?
I think it's just normal metal. I belive it has to have a certin type of ingrediant in the metal to attract it to the electricity in the lightning. As in, the telephone and television wires attract lightning and electricity with some sort of element in the metal.
What was the Empire State Building used for when it was made?
a lightning pole
