When Steve visited, everyone missed it, Sorry to disappoint you all but no Steve is not up there in a UFO, either as an Alien, or an Abductee, but instead is a newly discovered phenomena, called Strong Thermal Emission Velocity Enhancement.
- Strong
- Thermal
- Emission
- Velocity
- Enhancement
STEVE is a relatively new phenomenon in atmospheric science that has been observed in the aurora borealis (Northern Lights). It’s a distinct feature characterized by a long, narrow, ribbon-like structure that appears in the night sky.
Key Characteristics:
- Color: Often appears as a reddish-purple hue.
- Shape: A long, thin ribbon that can stretch across the sky.
- Movement: Can move rapidly across the sky.
- Location: Typically appears above the Aurora Borealis but can also be seen independently.
Differences from Traditional Aurora:
- No auroral particles: Unlike traditional aurora, STEVE doesn’t involve the influx of charged particles from the Sun.
- Temperature: STEVE is associated with a significant increase in temperature in the upper atmosphere.
- Velocity: The “velocity” in its name refers to the rapid movement of the structure.
Current Understanding:
While scientists are still researching STEVE, current theories suggest that it’s a result of:
- Atmospheric heating: A localized increase in temperature in the upper atmosphere.
- Plasma waves: The generation of plasma waves that interact with the Earth’s magnetic field.
Significance:
The discovery of STEVE has opened up new avenues for studying the Earth’s upper atmosphere and the complex interactions between various atmospheric phenomena. It’s a reminder that there’s still much to learn about our planet’s natural wonders.
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