Global Aurora Flashcards
1
Q
Which planet is Global Aurora related to ?
A
MARS ( recently a strong solar storm hit Mars sparking a global aurora and doubling radiation levels on red planet
2
Q
How is this event helpful for researches ?
A
These events will improve understanding of effects of solar system on Martian environment
3
Q
What is an Aurora ?
A
It is referred as polar lights
Northern lights (Aurora borealis)
Southern lights (Aurora Australis)
It is a natural light display in Earths sky, predominantly seen in high latitude regions (around Artic and Antartic)
They are produced when magnetosphere is sufficiently disturbed by solar wind
