The solar engine
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Earth's magnetic shield
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The atmospheric neon sign
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Global legends and sister lights
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YOUR GOAL
Master of Why the northern lights happen
artiteacher The Solar Engine
Solar winds blow, Earth's shield starts to glow, green lights paint the snow
artiteacher Solar activity fluctuates on a regular eleven-year cycle, directly affecting aurora frequency.
artiteacher A continuous stream of charged particles flows from the Sun across the solar system.
artiteacher Steer solar winds toward Earth to learn how the solar engine powers the northern lights.
Solar speed: Solar wind particles travel from the Sun to Earth at speeds exceeding one million miles per hour.
How long does it typically take for solar wind particles to travel from the Sun to Earth?
What is the primary source of energy and particles that cause the northern lights?