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Is lightning is an example of static electricity true or false?

True. Lightning is a natural example of static electricity, which occurs when there is a build-up of electrical charge in the atmosphere that discharges in the form of a lightning bolt.


What natural phenomenon is a result of static electricity in the air?

Lightning is a natural phenomenon that is a result of static electricity in the air. The buildup of static charge within clouds causes a discharge of electricity in the form of a lightning bolt, resulting in a visible flash of light and sound.


How is Lightening related to static electricity?

Lightning is a large-scale discharge of static electricity that occurs in the atmosphere during a thunderstorm. Both lightning and static electricity involve the buildup and release of electrical charge, but lightning occurs between clouds or between a cloud and the ground on a much larger scale than typical static discharges.


How does a lightning rod ''ground'' static electricity?

A lightning rod provides a path for static electricity to flow safely to the ground. When a lightning rod is properly installed, it helps conduct the electrical charge away from a building or structure, reducing the risk of damage from a lightning strike by dissipating the energy into the ground. This prevents the buildup of static electricity in the building or structure.


Who discovered electricity not static electricity?

Benjamin Franklin is credited with discovering electricity in the form of lightning, not static electricity. In 1752, he famously conducted his kite experiment during a thunderstorm to demonstrate the electrical nature of lightning.