The northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis, made multiple appearances over the U.S. throughout the year, filling the skies with dazzling colors, including pink, green and blue.

The northern lights may be visible from parts of the U.S. on Tuesday. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric ...

Why are some auroras green, red, blue or purple? How does an aurora become visible? Atoms in air molecules in Earth's magnetic field are stimulated when charged electrons from the sun collide with ...

“Aurora can often be observed somewhere on ... spirals and flickers that have fascinated humans for millennia. Whether hues of green, red, blue and even pink dance about in the sky depends ...

The lights move and change shape and color. Scientists attribute their vibrant colors to excited gases emitted in Earth's atmosphere; oxygen gives off the green color of the aurora. What Causes The ...

Space weather agencies forecast the aurora borealis, commonly known as the northern lights, will likely grace Wednesday and Tuesday nights with their vibrant hues. This article will explore the ...

The color of the aurora depends on the type of gas being excited, with oxygen producing green, yellow, or red, and nitrogen typically emitting blue. The best time to view the aurora is usually ...