Who proved that lightning and sparks from clothes are similar?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Correct Answer:
Option 2: Benjamin Franklin
Explanation:
Benjamin Franklin demonstrated that lightning and electricity are of the same nature.
Through his famous Kite Experiment, he proved that clouds carry an electric charge.
His work led to—
The invention of the Lightning Rod
The advancement of electrical science
Additional Facts:
Option 1: Newton is associated with gravity
Option 2: Correct Answer
Option 3: Other scientists
Option 4: Inventors
Potential Questions for Upcoming Exams:
Question: Who invented the lightning rod?
Answer: Franklin
Question: What is ‘bijli’ (lightning/electricity)?
Answer: Electricity
Question: What is *aavesh*?
Answer: Electric charge
Question: What is an ‘prayog’ (experiment)?
Answer: A test/trial