Physics · Electric field: electric field due to a point charge, electric field lines, electric dipole, electric field due to a dipole, torque on a dipole in a uniform electric field
Why are lightning conductors pointed in shape?
Why are lightning conductors pointed in shape?
- A. To reduce mass
- B. It attracts more electric charge due to very small radius and hence surface area
- C. It allows more current
- D. It repels the incident lightning discharge
Step-by-step solution
The pointed shape concentrates the electric field at the tip, leading to high charge density and ionization of the surrounding air. This creates a conductive path that attracts lightning, guiding the discharge safely to the ground and protecting the structure.
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