Northern Lights and Solar Flares

A unique combination of sunspots, solar flares and magnetic fields combine to create a visual spectacle on Earth. But what are the forces at work? Physics - Our Solar System - Learning Points. Natural light displays known as Aurora Borealis and Aurora Australis occur at the Earth's poles. Auroras are caused by huge explosions in the Sun's atmosphere, known as solar flares. When solar flares expel charged particles it is known as solar wind. When solar winds reach the Earth's magnetic field, photons of light are released. A Twig Context Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by the curriculum. Twig’s context films show abstract concepts in action in the real world.