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Fog Bows, Glories, and Brocken Spectres: Beauty in the Fog

The Scottish Highlands are renowned for their dramatic landscapes and unique atmospheric conditions, which create the perfect environment for observing rare optical phenomena. Among the most intriguing are fog bows, glories, and Brocken spectres—natural displays that combine light, mist, and perspective to produce striking visual effects. Fog Bows: Like Rainbows But Different Fog bows are …

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What is a Cloud Inversion? (And How Do they Work?)

Cloud inversions, a much-sought-after phenomenon for the snap-happy Instagrammer, also happen to be a fascinating twist of science. During a cloud inversion, the atmosphere flips its usual script—the one that says, “Warm air rises, cool air falls.” The result? A dreamy blanket of clouds settles at lower altitudes, creating scenes that feel like magic when …

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