Saturn

Saturn is the sixth planet from the Sun and the second-largest in the Solar System, after Jupiter. It is a gas giant with an average radius about nine times that of Earth.

Physical Characteristics

• Size: Saturn has a diameter of about 116,460 kilometers, making it the second largest planet in our solar system.
• Atmosphere: It is primarily composed of hydrogen and helium, with traces of water, ammonia, and methane.
• Rings: Saturn is well known for its prominent ring system, which is made up of ice particles, rocks, and dust.
• Moons: Saturn has over 80 confirmed moons, with the largest being Titan.

Interesting Facts

1. Saturn's rings are about 175,000 miles (282,000 kilometers) wide but only about 30 feet (10 meters) thick.
2. One day on Saturn is equal to about 10.7 hours on Earth.
3. Saturn's moon, Titan, is the only moon in the solar system with a dense atmosphere and the only celestial body other than Earth where clear evidence of stable bodies of surface liquid has been found.

Study Guide Questions

1. What is the average radius of Saturn?
2. What is the primary composition of Saturn's atmosphere?
3. What is Saturn well known for?
4. How many confirmed moons does Saturn have?

Hope this study guide helps you in learning about Saturn!

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