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Why is the aurora Borealis or northern lights are visible in the in the Nordic nations?
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Because the Nordic area is one region where the Earth Magnetic field's inclination is steep to vertical.
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Why is the aurora borealis visible in Nordic nations?
Because they are in the north of the globe, not far from the north pole. The Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, can be seen from many parts of the northern hemisphere, including further south than the Nordic countries.
The names of the seven days of the week are based on what?
Modern takes on Mythology- Days of the WeekA simple example of Mythology in modern life are the days of the week.When the vikings invaded they had their own gods, the Norse gods.These were the main influences,however the Romans also contributed.Monday is from the Roman 'moons day'.Tuesday is from Nordic Tyr's day, the god of strength and war.Wednesday is from the Nordic Woden's day, or Odin's day,the all-father and god of wisdom.Thursday is from the Nordic Thor's day,the god of thunder,storms and strength.Friday comes from Frey's day, the Nordic god of fertility and fruitfulness.Saturday comes from the greco-roman Saturn's (Cronus) day,he was the god of agriculture and the father of Jupiter or Zeus.There are also derivations for the months but I will do that later.
What are some myths about Northern Lights?
VIKINGS referred to them as reflections from dead maidens. SCOTS called the Northern Lights "Heavenly Dancers" or "Merry Dancers." "Merry Dancers" were supernatural beings warring in the heavens, and the battle is for the favour of a beautiful woman. NATIVE AMERICANS perceived the northern lights as gods dancing above the sky. It was also a common belief that the northern lights were a gathering of medicine men and warriors in the land of far North. They held great feasts and prepared their fallen foes in huge cooking pots. ESKIMOS IN GREENLAND thought it was the realm of the dead, and when the lights changed rapidly, it meant that dead friends were trying to contact their living relatives. NATIVE AMERICANS believed that they could conjured up ghosts and spirits by whistling to the lights. It was a common belief that the northern lights were the reflections in the sky of huge fires in the distant north, or that the might God Himself lightened up the dark and cold parts of the world. DENMARK & SWEDEN thought the northern lights were and active volcano in the north, placed there by the Creator to provide light and warmth in those cold, murky regions. DANISH thought the lights were due to a throng of swans flying so far to the north that they were caught in the ice. Each time they flapped their wings they created reflections which created the northern lights. ANCIENT TIMES most people were afraid of the lights. Children would be brought inside when the mystifying flames of the auroras spread across the heavens, for the lights could descend and cut their heads off. Thus, in many places northern lights were a threat to people's lives and health. Nordic countries thought the northern lights were a vengeful force which killed those who mocked it. The mythological role of the aurora was important in religion. Many believed it a message from the creator. Flaming auroras reminded people that their creator still cared for them. An old tale from the Nordic countries said that, "God is angry when the aurora flames." It was a common interpretation during medieval times that northern lights were an omen of war, or disasters or plagues. ROMANS believe "Aurora" was the goddess of the dawn. Many cultural groups thought of them as harbingers of war or famine. MAORI OF NEW ZEALAND shared a belief with many northern people of Europe and North America that the Southern Lights were reflections from torches or campfires. MENOMINEE INDIANS OF WISCONSIN believed the lights indicated the location of manabai'wok (giants) who were the spirits of great hunters and fishermen. INUIT OF ALASKA believed the lights were the spirits of animals they hunted: seals, salmon, deer and beluga whales. OTHER ABORIGINAL PEOPLE believed that the lights were the spirits of their people. CHINESE believed that the northern lights were fighting dragons (good/evil). (If you can ever afford to go and see the Northern Lights it's worth every cent. I lived up North in British Columbia and often watched them for hours. Each night you watched different dancing colors and they are magical.)
What does the name astrid mean not in science space?
Astrid is either a Scandinavian or Danish name, and the meanings differ depending on the origin. The Scandinavian meaning is Unusual beauty and strength. The Danish meaning is Divine Strength. It is also believed that Astrid originates from Nordic culture.
What days of the week are named after celestial bodies?
The English names for the days of the week have a mixed origin, some being named for the Sun and Moon (which have always been important to humankind), and others being named for Roman, Nordic, or Germanic gods and goddesses (these being introduced to the British Isles by invaders from the Continent. Sunday is named for the Sun Monday is named for the Moon Tuesday is named for Tiu, Tyr, or Tiwa, who was a Germanic god Wednesday is named for Woden, Odin, or Wotan which are the names of a Nordic/Germanic god Thursday is named for Thor, Donar, or Thunor, also a Nordic/Germanic god Friday is named for Frigg or Freia who was a Nordic goddess Saturday is named for Saturn, who was a Roman god
Why is the aurora borealis visible in Nordic nations?
Because they are in the north of the globe, not far from the north pole. The Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, can be seen from many parts of the northern hemisphere, including further south than the Nordic countries.
What part of Europe do the nordic coiuntries lie?
The Nordic countries are in Northern Europe.
Which statement is an example of how the Nordic nations choose to be neutral?
Denmark promotes peaceful solutions to international crisis is an example of how the Nordic nations choose to be neutral. (novanet)
Witch country is the flattest in the nordic nations?
Denmark
Which country is the flattest of the Nordic nations?
Denmark.
What country is the flattest of Nordic nations?
The netherlands
What ocean borders the nordic nations to the north?
The Arctic Ocean.
In what country is secular humanism most popular?
Probably in the Nordic nations.
Do the Nordic nations remain neutral in foreign affairs?
i have no fukkn idea
The Nordic nations share all EXCEPT?
The Nordic nations share a commitment to social welfare, high levels of gender equality, and a strong emphasis on sustainability. One thing they do not share is a common language, as each country has its own unique language.
Two important economic activities in the Nordic nations are?
There are a number of important economic activities for Nordic countries. These include shipping, as well as oil. The Nordic countries include Finland, Norway, and Sweden.
What are two important economic activities in the Nordic nations are?
Currently two important economic activities in the Nordic nations are fishing and energy (oil and gas exports, hydropower, wind turbines).
