Uranus, the seventh planet from the Sun, is a unique ice giant distinguished by its distinct bluish-green hue.
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Uranus rotates on its side, with its axis tilted nearly perpendicular to its orbit.
Uranus is classified as an ice giant, composed mainly of water, methane, and ammonia.
Uranus has a system of faint rings, discovered in 1977 during a stellar occultation.
Uranus has 27 known moons, each with unique features and characteristics.
With a diameter of approximately 50,724 kilometers, Uranus is the third-largest planet in our solar system. Its unusual rotation axis is tilted almost perpendicular to its orbit around the Sun, causing it to appear to roll on its side as it orbits the Sun.
The atmosphere of Uranus consists mainly of hydrogen and helium, with traces of methane that give the planet its characteristic color. Despite its serene appearance, Uranus experiences extreme weather conditions, including fierce winds that can reach speeds of up to 900 kilometers per hour. Its atmosphere also exhibits dynamic cloud patterns, with dark bands and bright features visible in observations from Earth and space probes.
Uranus has a system of faint rings and a collection of 27 known moons, the largest of which is named Titania. Its moons exhibit diverse characteristics, with some displaying heavily cratered surfaces, while others showcase icy landscapes sculpted by geological processes. Despite being one of the least explored planets in our solar system, Uranus continues to intrigue scientists and astronomers, offering insights into the formation and evolution of ice giants and planetary systems beyond our own.
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