Auroras and wildfires

November 18, 2024 00:28:31
Auroras and wildfires
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Auroras and wildfires

Nov 18 2024 | 00:28:31

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Show Notes

The solar cycle is in its maximum phase, causing the northern lights to recently be visible in lower latitudes. We’ll learn about the science of auroras.

And amid a drought in the northeast United States, we’ll learn about the causes and science behind wildfires.

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