What Causes the Aurora Borealis' Colors?

The colors of the northern and southern lights are spectacular. Discover which elements are most responsible for the Aurora Borealis and its colors.

The science behind the northern lights: from a solar flare to a nighttime display of color

Auroras: Why are they different colors?

Aurora Colors: What Causes Red, Pink, Purple, Green and Yellow Northern Lights?

What Causes Some Aurora To Appear In Discrete Lines? - Science Friday

Aurora Borealis — Colour Studies

What to Expect: Observing the Aurora Borealis

Aurora Colors Explained - Southern and Northern Lights

Seeing the Northern Lights in Alaska - Turuhi

The Colors of the Aurora (U.S. National Park Service)

What causes the northern lights?

The cause Causes of Color