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Physical Science

Let’s Talk

A lightning conductor on a tall building can reduce the damage caused
during a storm.

1 Explain how the lightning conductor can reduce the damage.
2 What is the best shape for a lightning conductor? Why?

3 What is the best material for a lighting conductor? Why?

Think!

4 Why does a lightning conductor need to go right down to the ground?

5 What would happen if it stopped halfway down a building?

Now complete the worksheet in the Workbook.

Let’s Reflect

1 Explain what happens when there is too much electric charge in a
conducting material.

2 How is this different to an insulator?

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