What Causes the Northern Lights--And where you should see them

What are the northern lights? (VIDEO)

By American Chemical Society —— Bio and Archives June 3, 2019

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WASHINGTON— Every winter, thousands of tourists head north hoping to catch a glimpse of the luminous auroras dancing in the sky. In this episode of Reactions, we’re sharing tips on how to increase your chances of seeing one and breaking down the chemistry behind the colors of this awe-inspiring wonder:

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