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Physics · Oct / Nov 2019 · Paper 12 · Question 31

5054Electrical charge

The diagram shows a metal lightning conductor attached to a building. [diagram showing a building with a lightning conductor and earth connection] Why is the lightning conductor made of copper?

  1. ABoth positive and negative charges can flow through copper.
  2. BCopper can be electrostatically charged.
  3. CSo the lightning conductor has a low electrical resistance.
  4. DSo the heat is conducted away quickly.

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Correct answer: C. So the lightning conductor has a low electrical resistance.

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