Scientists solve 30-year-old aurora borealis mystery
Thursday, July 24, 2008 - 13:35
in Astronomy & Space
UCLA space scientists and colleagues have identified the mechanism that triggers substorms in space; wreaks havoc on satellites, power grids and communications systems; and leads to the explosive release of energy that causes the spectacular brightening of the aurora borealis, also known as the northern lights.
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