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Overview of Uranus
Space science

Overview of Uranus

Uranus is the seventh planet from the Sun; is the third largest and fourth largest planet in the system.

December 17, 2018
The culprit caused Uranus to tilt to one side
Space science

The culprit caused Uranus to tilt to one side

All planets in the solar system are inclined to the same side, except for Uranus. The north-south axis of the blue-green planet is 98 degrees above the Sun's orbit.

December 17, 2018
The planet absorbs 99% of sunlight
Space science

The planet absorbs 99% of sunlight

WASP-104b may be the darkest planet ever discovered. The planet of this hot Jupiter is covered by a mist that absorbs 97 - 99% of the light reaching the surface.

December 17, 2018
Hitler acid can exist on Uranus and Neptune
Space science

Hitler acid can exist on Uranus and Neptune

Russian scientists believe that under Uranus, Neptune and orbiting satellites may contain Hitler acid, a special material mix that does not exist on Earth.

December 17, 2018
The moon 'eat' Moc Tinh
Space science

The moon 'eat' Moc Tinh

An astronomer recorded a detailed image of a rare astronomical phenomenon, in which the moon appears to be 'devouring' Jupiter, the solar system's largest planet.

December 17, 2018
Detecting traces of alien life
Space science

Detecting traces of alien life

On November 17, scientists said a giant lake was hidden beneath the surface of Europa - the sixth satellite orbiting Jupiter. This may be a trace of alien life.

December 17, 2018