Saturn
Orbits of the Planets
[/caption] Centuries ago, people believed that the Earth was the center of the Solar System. Slowly, that view was replaced…
What are the Sizes of the Planets?
It is often difficult to grasp just how large the planets actually are. There are a number of ways to…
Weight on Other Planets
[/caption] Many children, and even adults, dream of visiting other planets and wonder what it would be like to stand…
Discovery of the Planets
[/caption] We actually only know the exact date of when a few of the planets were discovered. Five of the…
Names of the Planets
[/caption] You may recognize the names of the planets from your high school literature course or a history class. That…
What are The Outer Planets of the Solar System?
Astronomers have divided the eight planets of our solar system into the inner planets and the outer planets. The 4…
Vertical Structures Tower Above Saturn’s Rings
Cassini has imaged towering vertical structures in the planet’s otherwise flat rings that come from the gravitational effects of a…
What is the Atmosphere Like on Saturn?
Like the rest of the planet, the atmosphere of Saturn is made up approximately 75% hydrogen and 25% helium, with…
Ten Interesting Facts About Uranus
The gas (and ice) giant known as Uranus is a fascinating place. The seventh planet from out Sun, Uranus is…
How Long Does it Take to Get to Saturn?
How long does it take to get to Saturn? That is a great question that happens to have several answers.…