lightning Vocab

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What does it mean to have a neutral charge?

Back

Same amount of protons & electrons.

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What is a material that prevents or reduces the flow of electricity through it?

Back

Insulator.

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What is the release and transmission of electricity through a medium like gas called?

Back

Electrical discharge.

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What is an atom with a charge called?

Back

Ion.

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What does it mean to have a negative charge?

Back

More electron ions.

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What is the term for a material that allows electricity to flow easily?

Back

Conductor.

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What is the phenomenon of lightning?

Back

A natural electrical discharge of very short duration and high voltage.

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What is the role of a lightning rod?

Back

To protect buildings by directing lightning strikes safely to the ground.

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What is the difference between an insulator and a conductor?

Back

An insulator resists electrical flow, while a conductor allows it.

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What is an electric field?

Back

A region around a charged particle where a force would be exerted on other charged particles.