View Earth From ISS Aurora Photo Share
Summary
Josh Universe - Space Discord Server shares an Instagram post showing Earth from the International Space Station with prominent geomagnetic storms. The announcement explains auroras are caused by solar wind colliding with atmospheric gases and invites members to view and discuss the image and science.
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https://www.instagram.com/p/DYS06MtDVFw/
This is what Earth looks like from the International Space Stations. Prominantly visible are geomagnetic storms, often referred to as "Northern Lights." Northern lights are caused when charged particles from the sun, known as solar wind, collide with gases in Earth's upper atmosphere. #space #astronomy
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