Eli5 How do lightening rods work? 650 viewsJanuary 3, 2024 Question90.54K March 28, 2021 0 Comments I understand that they attract lightening so that something else doesn’t get hit. I get that part. But, how does all of the lightening energy still not hurt the roof via the rod? In: Other 7 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted March 28, 2021 0 Comments It’s basically connected to a six foot long copper rod that’s driven into the Earth. Hence the term “grounded”. You are viewing 1 out of 7 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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