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Fresh data on sprites, jets and elves - strange flashes of coloured light in the Earth's upper atmosphere - is being returned to Earth by a new satellite.
The Taiwanese Rocsat-2 spacecraft has been in orbit for two months and is studying the high-altitude phenomena.
They are believed to be discharges of electricity from above thunderstorms, part of a global electrical circuit.
BBC News - Sprites
Not to be confused with the refreshing soda drink. :wink:
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The Taiwanese Rocsat-2 spacecraft has been in orbit for two months and is studying the high-altitude phenomena.
They are believed to be discharges of electricity from above thunderstorms, part of a global electrical circuit.
BBC News - Sprites
Not to be confused with the refreshing soda drink. :wink:
More Info
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