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The northern lights, or auroras, change color primarily due to the type of gas particles in the Earth's atmosphere that are being excited by solar wind. When energetic particles collide with oxygen, they can produce green and red hues, while collisions with nitrogen can create blue or purple shades. The altitude of these interactions also influences color; for instance, oxygen at higher altitudes can emit red light, while at lower altitudes, it may emit green. Thus, varying conditions lead to a dynamic and colorful display.

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