Auroral display over trees C016 / 5815
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Auroral display over trees C016 / 5815
Auroral display over trees. Aurora borealis (northern lights) over pine trees. This coloured light display is visible in the night sky, usually only at high latitudes. It occurs when charged and energetic particles from the Sun (the solar wind) are drawn by Earths magnetic field to the polar regions. Hundreds of kilometres up, they collide with gas molecules and atoms, causing them to emit light. Photographed in February, in northern Finland
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2013 Arctic Aurora Aurora Borealis Discharge Discharging February Finland Finnish Forest Glow Glowing Light Display Magnetism Meteorological Meteorology Night Night Sky Northern Lights Pine Scandinavia Scandinavian Silhouette Silhouetted Solar Activity Solar Storm Space Weather Trees Winter Physical
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This print titled "Auroral display over trees C016 / 5815" showcases the mesmerizing beauty of the Aurora Borealis, also known as the northern lights. The image captures a stunning scene in which vibrant colors dance across the night sky above a dense forest of pine trees in northern Finland. The aurora borealis is a natural phenomenon that occurs when charged particles from the Sun's solar wind interact with Earth's magnetic field, creating an ethereal light show. This breathtaking display typically graces high latitudes and can only be witnessed during nighttime. Photographed in February, this image perfectly encapsulates the enchanting winter landscape of Scandinavia. The silhouetted pines add depth to the composition, emphasizing nature's grandeur against the glowing backdrop of swirling lights. The photograph not only highlights the aesthetic appeal but also provides insight into meteorology and physics. It demonstrates how energetic particles collide with gas molecules and atoms hundreds of kilometers above Earth's surface, resulting in their luminous emission. Dr Juerg Alean skillfully captured this moment using his expertise in astronomical photography. His work allows us to appreciate both the scientific significance and sheer wonderment evoked by such celestial events. This remarkable print serves as a reminder of our planet's connection to space and offers a glimpse into one of nature's most awe-inspiring spectacles – an experience reserved for those fortunate enough to witness it firsthand or through images like this one.
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