Question

The material of which the lightning conductor is made up of is

• A. Plastic
• B. FRP
• C. Copper
• D. Carbon

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Copper

Lightning conductor is a device used to protect buildings from the damaging effects of lightning. It runs from the top to the bottom, along the outer wall of the buildings or any other object, which is to be protected. If lightning strikes the buildings or any other objects, then the lightning conductor provides an easy and direct path for the lightning bolt to pass to the ground without effecting them.
Therefore, the material in which the lightning conductor is made should be one which would be able to conduct electricity. That is, it should be of less resistivity and high conductivity.
Hence, copper is the best metal for lightning conductors.