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In Pics: A look at what Auroras are and how they form

What are auroras, and why do they come in different shapes and colours? Here's all you need to know.

Moneycontrol News | March 29, 2023 / 13:25 IST
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Recently a powerful solar storm – the most powerful in nearly six years -- hit the Earth leading to spectacular auroras. A look at what Auroras are and how they form.
Recently a powerful solar storm – the most powerful in nearly six years -- hit the Earth leading to spectacular auroras. A look at what Auroras are and how they form.
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An aurora is a natural light display in Earth’s sky, predominantly seen in high-latitude regions.
An aurora is a natural light display in Earth’s sky, predominantly seen in high-latitude regions.
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Auroras are the result of the interaction of space weather with Earth’s magnetic fields.
Auroras are the result of the interaction of space weather with Earth’s magnetic fields.
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Charged particles from the sun strike atoms in Earth’s atmosphere.
Charged particles from the sun strike atoms in Earth’s atmosphere.
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The striking colours in auroras are dictated by the chemical composition of Earth’s atmosphere.
The striking colours in auroras are dictated by the chemical composition of Earth’s atmosphere.
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The northern lights and southern lights are physically the same and differ only in their location.
The northern lights and southern lights are physically the same and differ only in their location.

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