To prevent damage from lightning, lightning conductors are used on tall structures. The lightning conductor

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Q. To prevent damage from lightning, lightning conductors are used on tall structures. The lightning conductor

(A) Should be made of a good conductor but can be of any shape
(B) Should be in the form of a vertical rod
(C) Can be of any shape
(D) Should be made of a good conductor like copper with sharp-pointed edges

Correct Answer - Option(D)

Explanation by: Mahesh Chandra

To prevent damage from lightning, lightning conductors are used on tall structures. The lightning conductor should be made of a good conductor like copper with sharp-pointed edges.

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