northern lights

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-001890",
  "term": "northern lights",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "Common name for Aurora Borealis; the luminous, radiant emission from the upper atmosphere over middle and high latitudes, and centred around the earth's magnetic poles. These silent fireworks are often seen on clear winter nights in a variety of shapes and colours.",
  "see_also": [
    "Aurora"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/northern-lights/"
}