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Old March 2nd 05, 03:50 AM
Richard Harrison
 
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J.J. wrote:
"4.) Does the size of an antenna affect the probability of it being
struck by lightning?"

Probably. It`s a bigger target, more likely to have some part nearer a
highly charged area of the atmosphere. A short distance makes a high
gradient. If the antenna has sharp points it is more likely to trigger
lightning.

Best regards, Richard Harrison, KB5WZI