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Scientists confirm infrared aurora on Uranus using archived data
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Saturday, 28 October 2023
Astronomers have used archived data from the Keck II telescope in Hawaii to observe Uranus' infrared aurora for the first time. Similar to Earth's auroras, Uranus' auroras are created when charged particles from the solar wind interact with the planet's magnetic field. The collision of these particles with Uranus' atmosphere causes it to emit an auroral glow, predominantly in ultraviolet and infrared wavelengths. The recent discovery of Uranus' infrared aurora provides insights into the planet's stunning light shows and the mystery of its higher-than-expected temperature.
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Saturday, 28 October 2023
