Celestial Canvas: When Solar Wind Meets the Earth's Magnetosphere

My submitted photo of the Northern Lights above Faxaflói bay in Reykjavík, Iceland is a rare and breathtaking display of the STEM concepts of geomagnetic storms and the aurora borealis. While geomagnetic storms happen frequently, the conditions for a visible and vibrant Northern Lights display are l...

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Main Author: Andrade, Christopher
Format: Still Image
Language:unknown
Published: 2023
Subjects:
STEM Photo Contest
Reykjavík
Faxaflói
Iceland
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/1951/83631
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spelling ftstateuny:oai:dspace.sunyconnect.suny.edu:1951/83631 2023-07-16T03:59:09+02:00 Celestial Canvas: When Solar Wind Meets the Earth's Magnetosphere Andrade, Christopher 2023 image/jpeg http://hdl.handle.net/1951/83631 unknown http://hdl.handle.net/1951/83631 STEM Photo Contest Image 2023 ftstateuny 2023-06-24T22:26:51Z My submitted photo of the Northern Lights above Faxaflói bay in Reykjavík, Iceland is a rare and breathtaking display of the STEM concepts of geomagnetic storms and the aurora borealis. While geomagnetic storms happen frequently, the conditions for a visible and vibrant Northern Lights display are less common, making this event a true spectacle. The rarity of this occurrence can be attributed to various factors, such as the intensity and direction of the solar wind, the Earth's magnetic field, and the atmospheric conditions. Studying and understanding these complex concepts is crucial to predicting and preparing for space weather events, which can impact satellite and communication technology, navigation systems, and power grids on Earth. My photo serves as a stunning reminder of the beauty and scientific significance of natural phenomena and the importance of continuing STEM research and education. 3rd place in student category Still Image Iceland Reykjavík Reykjavík The State University of New York: SUNY Digital Repository Reykjavík Faxaflói ENVELOPE(-22.451,-22.451,64.322,64.322)
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Celestial Canvas: When Solar Wind Meets the Earth's Magnetosphere
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description My submitted photo of the Northern Lights above Faxaflói bay in Reykjavík, Iceland is a rare and breathtaking display of the STEM concepts of geomagnetic storms and the aurora borealis. While geomagnetic storms happen frequently, the conditions for a visible and vibrant Northern Lights display are less common, making this event a true spectacle. The rarity of this occurrence can be attributed to various factors, such as the intensity and direction of the solar wind, the Earth's magnetic field, and the atmospheric conditions. Studying and understanding these complex concepts is crucial to predicting and preparing for space weather events, which can impact satellite and communication technology, navigation systems, and power grids on Earth. My photo serves as a stunning reminder of the beauty and scientific significance of natural phenomena and the importance of continuing STEM research and education. 3rd place in student category
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title Celestial Canvas: When Solar Wind Meets the Earth's Magnetosphere
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