atmospheric chemistry and aurora formation

Atmospheric chemistry refers to the study of chemical processes and reactions that occur in the Earth's atmosphere. This field focuses on understanding the composition of the atmosphere, the sources and sinks of various atmospheric pollutants, and the impact of these pollutants on air quality, climate, and environmental processes. Aurora formation is the natural phenomenon that occurs when charged particles from the Sun, known as solar wind, interact with gases in the Earth's atmosphere. This interaction leads to the emission of light in the form of beautiful displays of color in the nighttime sky, known as auroras or polar lights. Understanding the atmospheric chemistry behind aurora formation helps scientists study and explain these captivating natural light shows.

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