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Name the device which is used to protect a tall building from lightning.

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Lightening conductor

B

Lightening modem

C

Lightening tank

D

None of the above

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for the name of a device that protects tall buildings from lightning strikes. 2. **Identifying the Device**: The device used for this purpose is known as a "Lightning Conductor." 3. **Description of the Lightning Conductor**: - It is a **metallic rod** that is specifically designed to be taller than the building it protects. - The rod is installed on the walls of the building during its construction. 4. **Function of the Lightning Conductor**: The primary function of the lightning conductor is to provide a safe pathway for lightning to follow, directing the electrical discharge safely into the ground and preventing damage to the building. 5. **Final Answer**: Thus, the answer to the question is: The device used to protect a tall building from lightning is called a **Lightning Conductor**.
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