why is a car with closed Windows a safe place during lightning?
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This is because:
1. Glass is an insulator, so lightning cannot strike inside car.
2. Car is basically a metal shell, and according to Electrostatic Theory, no electric field can exist inside a metal shell, so if lightning strikes, it will only pass through the metal parts of the car and not strike anyone inside. However, this will only work if the passenger isn't touching any metal part of the car.
1. Glass is an insulator, so lightning cannot strike inside car.
2. Car is basically a metal shell, and according to Electrostatic Theory, no electric field can exist inside a metal shell, so if lightning strikes, it will only pass through the metal parts of the car and not strike anyone inside. However, this will only work if the passenger isn't touching any metal part of the car.
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Answer:-
A car with closed windows is a safe place as glass is an insulator, so lighting cannot strike it!
Explanation:-
In strong electric fields, rubber tires actually become more conducting. Lightning will travel around surface of the vehicle and then go to ground.
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