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Tuesday, August 5, 2025

Northern Lights Special

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Northern Lights Photography

Tromsø, Norway

Stunning aurora borealis display over snow-covered mountains in Arctic Norway

📝 Question Breakdown & Explanations

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Question 1

MediumScience

What causes the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis)?

Answer Options:

ASolar wind particles interacting with Earth's magnetic field✓ Correct

BLight reflection from ice crystals in the atmosphere

CUnderground volcanic activity heating the air

DMoonlight refracting through polar ice caps

💡 Detailed Explanation:

The Northern Lights are caused by solar wind particles (charged particles from the Sun) colliding with gases in Earth's atmosphere. When these particles interact with our planet's magnetic field, they create the beautiful light displays we see in polar regions.

🌟 Fascinating Facts:

1The colors depend on which gas the particles hit - oxygen creates green and red, nitrogen creates blue and purple

2Aurora displays can reach heights of up to 400 miles above Earth

3The same phenomenon occurs at the South Pole, called Aurora Australis

Question 2

EasyGeography

In which Norwegian city is this photo most likely taken?

Answer Options:

AOslo

BBergen

CTromsø✓ Correct

DStavanger

💡 Detailed Explanation:

Tromsø is located in northern Norway, well within the Arctic Circle, making it one of the best places on Earth to view the Northern Lights. The city is often called the 'Northern Lights Capital' due to its ideal location and clear viewing conditions.

🌟 Fascinating Facts:

1Tromsø is located at 69°N latitude, about 250 miles north of the Arctic Circle

2The Northern Lights season in Tromsø runs from September to March

3The city experiences polar night from November to January, providing darkness ideal for aurora viewing

Question 3

EasyTravel

What is the best time of year to see Northern Lights in Norway?

Answer Options:

AJune to August (Summer)

BSeptember to March (Fall to Spring)✓ Correct

CDecember only (Winter solstice)

DApril to May (Spring)

💡 Detailed Explanation:

The best time to see Northern Lights in Norway is from September to March when there are long periods of darkness. You need dark skies to see the aurora, which is why summer months with midnight sun are not suitable for aurora viewing.