How to Survive a Lightning Strike

The video discusses the safest attire during a thunderstorm, highlighting that metal, despite attracting lightning, can protect due to its conductive properties. It introduces the concept of a Faraday cage, explaining how it channels electricity around rather than through a person. Practical safety tips are provided for situations when caught in an open field during a storm, emphasizing the importance of crouching low and keeping feet together to minimize risk.

Which type of clothing is most likely to protect you during a lightning storm?

• A thick wetsuit

• A Superman costume

• A medieval coat of armor

• Your birthday suit

Why is metal considered a safe material during a lightning storm?

• It repels lightning

• It is a poor conductor of electricity

• It absorbs lightning

• It channels electricity around rather than through

What is a Faraday cage?

• A suit worn by electricians

• A device that attracts lightning

• A container that blocks electric fields

• A type of medieval armor

What should you do if caught in an open field during a storm?

• Run to the nearest tree

• Crouch low with feet together

• Lie down flat

• Stand upright

What is the best way to avoid being struck by lightning?

• Wear rubber shoes

• Lie on the ground

• Stay indoors during a storm

• Carry a metal rod