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22 hours ago

400 years later, astronomers finally understand Saturn's rings

None of the rocky planets, asteroids, or known Kuiper belt objects have a system of rings. Jupiter, Uranus, and Neptune possess them, but they're all much fainter, sparser, smaller, and less massive than Saturn's. In addition, Saturn's rings are: significantly tilted with respect to the planet's axis of rotation, are made almost exclusively of water-ice, and are actively in the process of evaporating.
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago
Roam Research

How One Astronomer Uncovered Nearly 200 MoonsAround Just One Planet

Saturn's moon count has skyrocketed from 62 to 274 in the past decade, showcasing significant discoveries in astronomical research.
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5 months ago
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I Implore You To Look At Saturn Through A Telescope | Defector

Experiencing the rings of Saturn through a telescope was a profound, unexpected moment for the author, highlighting the difference between image and reality.
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