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Chasing the Aurora with Dr. Melanie Windridge
Episode Summary
Dr. Melanie Windridge is a plasma physicist with a taste for adventure. In this episode, I have the honour of interviewing her on the topic of chasing the aurora.
Episode Notes
The northern lights, also known as aurorae, are an awe inspiring phenomenon at the confluence of science and nature. In this episode, Dr. Melanie Windridge, an exemplary plasma physicist, shares precious insights on chasing the aurora.
Time Stamps :
- 06:33 : What does aurora borealis mean ?
- 08:04 : What causes the aurora borealis ?
- 16:03 : Can you see the northern lights with the naked eye ?
- 17:33 : What colour are the northern lights ?
- 22:15 : What is the best time to see aurora borealis ?
- 24:18 : How often do auroras appear ? Do the northern lights happen every night ?
- 28:55 : How long do the northern lights last ?
- 35:03 : Can aurora be predicted ? How far in advance can northern lights be predicted ?
- 39:01 : What is KP index for aurora forecast ?
- 45:07 : Where is the best place to see the northern lights ?
- 49:05 : What is the southern most place to see the northern lights ?
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