Atmospheric phenomena
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Atmospheric phenomena are physical formations and optical illusions in Earth's atmosphere. While sights such as sunsets and rainbows can be seen in most places around Earth, some places on Earth are known for unusual concentrations of mirages, thunderstorms, and other wonders of the sky.
MiragesA mirage is a displaced image of an object just above or below the horizon. They are associated with deserts, and the trope of deceiving travellers at land and sea.
Solar phenomenaSunrise and sunset can be seen whenever the sky is not totally overcast. The sun's trajectory differs dependent on latitude, and these take a long time closer to the poles.
Clouds and aerosolsFog is common in humid climate, and can cause spectacular effects such as fogbows.
Northern LightsThe aurora borealis and aurora australis are electrically charged particles interacting with Earth's magnetic field.
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