Astronomy Insights: Unraveling the Composition of Uranus
Words: 554 1411Uranus, a distant and enigmatic giant in our solar system, presents a fascinating case study in planetary composition and characteristics. Discovered in 1781 by William Herschel, this ice giant's unique features have intrigued astronomers and space enthusiasts for centuries. This essay explores the composition of Uranus, shedding light on what makes this distant world so intriguing and distinct from its planetary neighbors. The atmosphere of Uranus is predominantly hydrogen and helium, akin to the other gas giants in our solar […]