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What did Benjamin Franklin's kite experiment reveal about lightning?

It was a form of static electricity (correct)

It was a form of nuclear energy

It was a form of gravitational pull

It was a form of magnetic force

What are some examples of destructive natural phenomena mentioned in the text?

Cyclones, thunderstorms, lightning, earthquakes (correct)

Rainbows, sunshine, gentle breezes, volcanic eruptions

Tornadoes, solar eclipses, moon phases, tsunamis

Auroras, hailstorms, calm seas, sandstorms

What did Benjamin Franklin use to conduct the kite experiment to discover lightning's true nature?

Nylon rope, aluminum foil, and plastic container

Silk string, iron key, and Leyden jar (correct)

Steel cable, brass key, and ceramic pot

Copper wire, wooden stick, and glass jar

What is a Leyden jar used for?

Storing electric charge Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is categorized as a natural phenomenon?

Cyclones Signup and view all the answers

What were some examples of destructive natural phenomena mentioned in the text?

Cyclones, thunderstorms, lightning, and earthquakes. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a natural phenomenon according to the text?

A natural event or anything that occurs on its own in nature without any kind of human intervention. Signup and view all the answers

How did Benjamin Franklin conduct the kite experiment to discover lightning's true nature?

He flew a kite with a key attached during a thunderstorm using a silk string and a Leyden jar. Signup and view all the answers

What did Benjamin Franklin's kite experiment reveal about lightning?

It revealed that lightning was a form of static electricity. Signup and view all the answers

What subatomic particles are mentioned in the text?

Electrons, protons, and neutrons. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Benjamin Franklin's Kite Experiment

Revealed that lightning is a form of electricity
Conducted using a kite, a metal key, and a Leyden jar to demonstrate the connection between lightning and electricity
Franklin flew the kite in a thunderstorm and collected electrical charges from the lightning, storing them in the Leyden jar

Destructive Natural Phenomena

Examples include lightning, hurricanes, and volcanic eruptions

Leyden Jar

Used to store electrical charges

Natural Phenomena

Defined as an observable event or process that occurs naturally, such as lightning, hurricanes, and volcanic eruptions
Categorized as natural phenomena: lightning, hurricanes, volcanic eruptions

Subatomic Particles

None mentioned in the text

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Test your knowledge of natural phenomena in this quiz covering topics such as weather, storms, winds, tides, volcanic eruptions, and cyclones. Explore the science behind these natural events and their impact on the environment.