1. Carrying umbrella is not a good idea at all during thunderstorms. As during the thunderstorm, the speed of wind will blow away the umbrella. https://www.tiwariacademy.com/ncert-solutions/class-8/science/chapter-15/

    Carrying umbrella is not a good idea at all during thunderstorms. As during the thunderstorm, the speed of wind will blow away the umbrella.

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  2. During the earthquake, I would take the following precaution: • I would try to find a clear spot, away from buildings, trees and overhead power lines. Drop to the ground. • If I am in a car or a bus, do not come out. Ask the driver to drive slowly to a clear spot. I will not come out till the tremorRead more

    During the earthquake, I would take the following precaution:
    • I would try to find a clear spot, away from buildings, trees and overhead power lines. Drop to the ground.
    • If I am in a car or a bus, do not come out. Ask the driver to drive slowly to a clear spot. I will not come out till the tremors stop.

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  3. Three states in India are Gujrat, Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh. In India, the areas most threatened are Kashmir, Western and Central Himalayas, the whole of North-East, Rann of Kutch, Rajasthan and the Indo – Gangetic Plane. Some areas of South India also fall in the danger zone. https://www.tiwarRead more

    Three states in India are Gujrat, Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh.
    In India, the areas most threatened are Kashmir, Western and Central Himalayas, the whole of North-East, Rann of Kutch, Rajasthan and the Indo – Gangetic Plane. Some areas of South India also fall in the danger zone.

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  4. Two charged balloons have similar charges on the surfaces. Since like charges repel each other, that's why one charged balloon is repelled by another charged balloon. When an uncharged balloon is brought near a charged one, the uncharged balloon acquires some opposite charge. Since unlike charges atRead more

    Two charged balloons have similar charges on the surfaces. Since like charges repel each other, that’s why one charged balloon is repelled by another charged balloon. When an uncharged balloon is brought near a charged one, the uncharged balloon acquires some opposite charge. Since unlike charges attract each other, therefore a charged balloon attracts an uncharged one.

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  5. Safety Measures during Lightning: • Open space is dangerous. Take cover under a building. • Thunder storm is an indication to rush for safer place. • Once thundering stops, move out to an open place.

    Safety Measures during Lightning:
    • Open space is dangerous. Take cover under a building.
    • Thunder storm is an indication to rush for safer place.
    • Once thundering stops, move out to an open place.

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