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Fast Facts
- Also called northern lights, aurora polaris and aurora australis (in the Southern Hemisphere)
- Possible to forecast through the analysis of solar activities
- Most visible at night during spring and autumn
- Named by GalileoNORDLYS: Aurora Borealis
- Occur 60 to 620 miles above the earthWorld Book at NASA: Aurora
- Most common color is green
- Displays may be thousands of miles long
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Cause
The aurora are produced when electrically charged solar particles become trapped at the polar regions by the earth's magnetic field. When these solar particles come into contact with atmospheric gases, they produce light particles called photons which, in large quantities, become visible to the naked eye. -
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View All Aurora Borealis Questions (12) | Ask a QuestionAnybody know where I could find video of the the aurora borealis aka northern lights? (2 Answers)There are lots of Northern Lights videos on YouTube, like these ones: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJBrMXSn-hU http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nsWrAr3Jvc Michigan Tech has a good site about the Auroura Borealis. http://www.geo.mtu.edu/weather/aurora/ read moreIm looking to buy speakers for my car (Aurora 2001). What brand should I get? What are some gotchas?Any tips? (5 Answers)Well considering you dont want something fancy then i would recommend the following pioneer car speakers TS G6842R ,30 Watt output that go from $20-$ 60 from online retailers.Alternatively you ... read moreWhos the best plumber in Aurora, CO? (1 Answer)ServiceMagic shows: Argonaut Plumbing, Inc. (303) 323-0331 With a five star rating! read more
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The Northern Lights: Secrets of the Aurora Borealis - $18.95
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The Northern Lights: Discover the Secrets of the Aurora Borealis - $8.44
"This well made documentary delves into the mysteries surrounding the pale sky-fire, eschewing technical talk in favor of noting how these apparently flimsy veils of light have stimilated fear and curiosity in aboriginal peoples and philoso...
Amazon -
Aurora Borealis - $19.95
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Amazon -
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Amazon -
The Northern Lights: Secrets of the Aurora Borealis - $18.95
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Aurora Borealis Ring Size 6 - $39.99
Want to be the center of attention? You will with this magnificent ring. Oval-cut aurora borealis DiamonUltra™ Cubic Zirconia, 9.50 carats, sits in a contemporary sterling silver setting. Sizes 5-10. Made in the USA.. Palm Beach Jewelry It...
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