End of electrons leaving metal

[Ulysees]

.. and how is this relevant to the standard lightning rod?

Zapper, you're so full of assumptions that it's impossible to communicate with you. Did I say it's relevant? It's an apology I think you owe me. I know it was NOT malicious, it probably just didn't compute so you ignored it, until you were reminded of high voltage coils. But apologies should come from the heart, otherwise they're not worth it.

I'll apologise to you too, if I did hurt you.

(EDIT: i meant assumptions, not assumption, sorry)

 

[ZapperZ]

Zapper, you're so full of assumptions that it's impossible to communicate with you. Did I say it's relevant? It's an apology I think you owe me. I know it was NOT malicious, it probably just didn't compute so you ignored it, until you were reminded of high voltage coils. But apologies should come from the heart, otherwise they're not worth it.

I'll apologise to you too, if I did hurt you.

(EDIT: i meant assumptions, not assumption, sorry)

Remember what I said about the thread going off in a gazillion direction? You have just shown the reason why. If it is NOT RELEVANT, why did you bring it up?

And when exactly did I say anything about not being able to add charges to anything? that would be silly! I mentioned about no added charges to the CASE THAT YOU ARE DISCUSSING, which is in the mechanism on such "corona discharge" from lightning rod! It appears that you have a problem in keeping on track with the topic, and comprehending what have been mentioned. Why are there no "added" charge in the case of a breakdown? Because most of these objects are GROUNDED. The accumulation of charges at the sharp point is due to FIELD ENHANCEMENT effect from the external field! I've mentioned this already, but of course, if this is not mentioned in your "high school textbook" that you accept like the Bible, then it doesn't matter, does it?

Please do not restart a locked thread.

Zz.

 

[denian]

I understand the importance of making accurate and evidence-based statements. The statement "end of electrons leaving metal" is not scientifically accurate and can lead to misunderstandings. Electrons do not simply "end" when they leave a metal, but rather continue to exist and flow in a circuit.

In terms of relevance to the standard lightning rod, it is important to understand the flow of electrons in order to effectively protect a structure from lightning strikes. A lightning rod works by providing a low resistance pathway for the lightning to follow, allowing it to safely dissipate into the ground rather than causing damage to the building. Understanding the flow of electrons is crucial in designing and installing an effective lightning protection system.