Red atmospheric airglow, excited by solar activity, illuminates the rim of our planet. Viewed from above and below, on …
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Red atmospheric airglow, excited by solar activity, illuminates the rim of our planet. Viewed from above and below, on the ISS and Maui island, in collaboration with National Geographic's @babaktafreshi
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