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In 1752, which American scientist showed that lightning and the spark from your clothes are essentially the same phenomena?
Question

In 1752, which American scientist showed that lightning and the spark from your clothes are essentially the same phenomena?

A.

Archimedes

B.

Benjamin Franklin

C.

Galileo Galilei

D.

Thomas Edison

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Benjamin Franklin.
· Benjamin Franklin is the American scientist who, in 1752, demonstrated that lightning and the spark from your clothes are essentially the same phenomena. He conducted his famous kite experiment to show that lightning is a form of electricity.
Information Booster:
· Archimedes:
· A Greek mathematician, physicist, and engineer, known for his contributions to fluid mechanics and the invention of the Archimedes screw.
· Galileo Galilei:
· An Italian astronomer, physicist, and engineer, known for his contributions to the scientific revolution, including improvements to the telescope and support for heliocentrism.
· Thomas Edison:
· An American inventor and businessman, known for his inventions such as the phonograph, the motion picture camera, and the long-lasting electric light bulb.

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