Aurora "Power Surges" Triggered by Magnetic Explosions
Friday, July 25, 2008 - 10:21
in Astronomy & Space
A newfound link between bursts of energy in magnetic field lines and brighter auroras may solve a 30-year mystery about the polar lights, researchers say. With video.
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