Discover how the chemical reactions which produce the extraordinary colours of the Northern Lights have their origins in outer space. Chemistry - Atoms And Bonding - Learning Points. Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, is a natural...

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In this final segment of our journey through the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, we explore two awe-inspiring sights: the towering Mount Everest and the dazzling Aurora Borealis. Learn about the challenges faced by climbers...

Join Phillip Paul Weidner, an MIT alumni and builder, as he details his journey constructing the whimsical Goose Creek Tower, inspired by his love for architecture and poetry.

Today Henry meets a Husky and learns all about different breeds of dogs and about their important jobs. He learns that Huskys are used to pull sledges and Husky would love to travel across the arctic and see the Northern Lights. But...

Uncover the secrets behind Earth's magnetic field! Learn how the molten iron and nickel in Earth's core create a giant magnet, protecting us from solar radiation with the magnetosphere. Discover how this magnetic field affects...

This video examines details relating to the planets Jupiter, Saturn and their moons.

This video is answering the question of what causes The Aurora Borealis effect.

In this video, we explore the fascinating world of compasses and the Earth's magnetic field. We learn how a compass works, pointing us in the direction of the Earth's magnetic north. This video is part of the 11-part series, Earth, Sun,...

This video explains how to capture the aurora, detailing the planning, gear, and settings needed to create beautiful aurora photos.

Solar superstorms and Aurora Science in Alaska

This week we're talking about your Desktop Monuments! Your responses to Lee Boroson's assignment to capture the feeling of monumentality with miniature models have been fantastic.

This clip looks at the physical features, climate, history and culture of Greenland.

In this video, the teacher demonstrates how to paint the Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights. They provide step-by-step instructions on painting the sky, mountains, and the lights themselves.

In this video, we explore the fascinating natural phenomenon of auroras, where swirling lights appear in the sky. We learn about the science behind auroras, how they are formed near the Earth's polar regions, and the interaction between...

A special type of aurora, draped east-west across the night sky like a glowing pearl necklace, is helping scientists better understand the science of auroras and their powerful drivers out in space. Known as auroral...

With spring right around the corner it is the season for auroras. The beautiful and mysterious auroras are spectacular to watch, but they are actually a manifestation of violent space weather. This weather can create big problems here...

For the first time, scientists have ground and satellite views of STEVE (short for Strong Thermal Emission Velocity Enhancement), a thin purple ribbon of light. Scientists have now learned, despite its ordinary name, that STEVE...

This clip looks at the physical features, climate and culture of Iceland.

This video provides an overview of the state of Alaska, highlighting its size, natural wonders, indigenous peoples, historical events such as the purchase of Alaska from Russia, the Klondike Gold Rush, and the journey towards statehood....

Ongoing geomagnetic storms have led to sightings of the Northern Lights across North America this week, the result of a coronal mass ejection from the Sun that occurred on Sunday, sending a stream of charged particles toward Earth.

This clip looks at the physical features and climate of Russia's coastal regions.

In this video, we explore the weather in space, focusing on the sun and its impact on Earth. We learn about solar wind, auroras, solar storms, and their effects on our communication systems and astronauts in space. The video highlights...

This program explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of the Pacific Region of the United States. The individual states of California, Oregon, Washington, Alaska and Hawaii are presented in detail.