How Does a Lightning Rod Protect Buildings from Strikes?
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In summary, a lightning rod is a metal rod installed at the top of a building to protect it from lightning strikes. When lightning strikes, the rod provides a path for the electrical current to safely travel to the ground, preventing it from damaging the building or causing a fire. The rod is connected to a grounding system, which disperses the electrical charge into the ground. This protects the building and its inhabitants from the destructive force of lightning.