Saturn
Saturn is known for its prominent ring system and has over 140 confirmed moons. Its density is so low it would float on water. Titan, its largest moon, has a dense atmosphere.
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Diameter
Equatorial diameter.
Mass
Corresponds to ~95 Earth masses.
Orbital Period
About 29.46 Earth years.
Distance from Sun
Mean distance (9.537 AU).
Relations
Both gas giants, Saturn with a more prominent ring system.
Explanations
Saturn is renowned for its iconic ring system and exceptionally low density. With a mass of 5.683 × 10²⁶ kg and a diameter of 116,460 km, its average density is so low that it would float on water – a unique property among planets. The planet hosts at least 146 confirmed moons, including Titan, which possesses its own dense atmosphere. Saturn's extreme surface temperature of 134 K and orbital period of approximately 29.5 years make it a fascinating subject for planetary science.
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2026-02-17