***About Aurora Borealis

***: Also known as the Northern Lights, the Aurora Borealis is a celestial display primarily seen in high-latitude regions around the Arctic and Antarctic. It is caused by the interaction of the Earth's magnetic field with charged particles from the sun. These particles collide with gases in the Earth's atmosphere, resulting in displays of colorful light that seem to dance across the sky. The colors of the aurora depend on the type of gas involved and the altitude at which the collision takes place. Green, the most common color, is produced by oxygen molecules located about 60 miles above the earth, while nitrogen produces blue or purplish-red aurora.

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