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Aurora Borealis


   Weather TermDescription / Definition
   Aurora Borealis Also known as the northern lights; the luminous, radiant emission from the upper atmosphere over middle and high latitudes, and centred around the earth's magnetic poles. These silent fireworks are often seen on clear winter nights in a variety of shapes and colors.


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