Astronomy Picture of the Day · November 4, 2003

Aurora Over Edmonton

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 4, 2003 is “Aurora Over Edmonton,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Lance Taylor ( Edmonton RASC )). The original explanation runs about 130 words.

From the explanation

“Northern and southern locales saw many a beautiful aurora over the last week, as particles from several large solar flares impacted the Earth. Many reported unusually red aurora s, although colors across the spectrum were also seen.”

— APOD editors, November 4, 2003

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: November 4, 2003
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Lance Taylor ( Edmonton RASC )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 130 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, November 4, 2003 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2003-november-4-aurora-over-edmonton

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