Saturn
Saturn is famous for its spectacular icy rings—unique in the Solar System. This gas giant’s low density means it would "float" in a gigantic bathtub!
- Distance from Sun: ~1.43 billion km
- Diameter: 116,460 km
- Orbital period: 29.5 Earth years
- Mean cloud top temperature: -178°C
- Moons: 83+ (most famous: Titan, Enceladus)
- Key Feature: Most remarkable ring system in the Solar System
Quick Facts
Saturn’s rings are made of billions of ice and rock particles. Titan, its largest moon, has thick atmosphere and lakes of methane. The Cassini spacecraft orbited Saturn for 13 years, sending breathtaking images and discoveries.