Which of the following statements regarding lightning conductors is TRUE?

It provides path of least resistance for the flow of charges so that charge can easily flow to the earth

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It is used as an Earthing device

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It is used to protect the structure in the event of lightning strike

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All of the above

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Solution

The correct option is D
All of the above

Lightning conductors/rods provides path of least resistance for the flow of charge so that charge can easily flow to the earth (earthing). It is used to safeguard the buildings from the damaging effects of lightning.

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