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प्रश्न
Write an answer to the following question in your own words.
What are the measures to prevent loss of life due to lightning?
उत्तर
To prevent loss of life due to lightning, the following measures can be taken:
- If outdoor:
- Avoid taking shelter under trees.
- Avoid being near any kind of metal object, which may include metal wires, fences, machinery and power appliances.
- Take shelter inside a fully enclosed car with all the windows shut.
- If indoor:
- Turn off all the electrical appliances, such as the television and refrigerator.
- Avoid bathing or showering.
संबंधित प्रश्न
Explain why it is not safe to go out with an umbrella when there is heavy rain, lightning or thunder.
Answer in your own words.
Why is lightning not seen every day during the rainy season?
What is the damage caused by lightning?
Explain how lightning takes place.
What precautions would you take if lightning occurs while you are outside the house?
______ is another example of discharge that takes place in clouds.
Huge quantities of electricity are discharged in lightning flashes and temperatures of over ______°C or more can be reached.
______ extreme heat will vaporize the water inside a tree, creating steam that may burn out the tree.
Assertion: People struck by lightning receive a severe electrical shock.
Reason: Lightning carries very high voltage.
Assertion: People struck by lightning receive a severe electrical shock.
Reason: Lightning carries very high voltage. Assertion: It is safer to stand under a tall | tree during lightning.
