aurora borealis: The science behind the captivating Northern
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In a celestial spectacle, the northern lights, also known as aurora borealis, graced the skies of the UK and Ireland. The Met Office confirmed multiple sightings, extending from Scotland to England. Professor Don Pollacco from the University of Warwick explained that this enchanting phenomenon results from the interaction between solar wind particles and Earth's atmosphere, creating vivid colors and ever-changing patterns in the night sky.
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