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Auroras begin when charged particles from the Sun collide with Earth’s magnetic field.
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These particles interact with gases like oxygen and nitrogen in the upper atmosphere.
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Green is most common (from oxygen at lower altitudes), while red and purple appear at higher elevations.
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Auroras are strongest near the poles, where Earth’s magnetic field funnels solar particles.
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The type and energy of particles striking the atmosphere influence the color emitted.
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Auroras are best viewed at night in dark, clear skies, often in Arctic and Antarctic regions.
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