Uranus
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Who Discovered Uranus (and How Do You Pronounce It)?
By Nola Taylor Tillman published
Discovered in 1781, the seventh planet was destined to cause snickers whenever someone says its name.

What is Uranus Made Of?
By Nola Taylor Tillman published
Uranus is one of two ice giants in the outer solar system.

Uranus' Atmosphere: Layers of Icy Clouds
By Nola Taylor Tillman published
The blue color of Uranus is caused by methane.

Cosmic Crash That Knocked Uranus Sideways Also Made Its Moons
By Charles Q. Choi published
The giant impact from an Earth-size rock that knocked Uranus sideways may have also helped create the tilted planet's moons, a new study finds.

Strange Waves Hint at Hidden Moons of Uranus
By Sarah Lewin published
Weird waves in Uranus' rings suggest there might be two tiny, unknown moonlets orbiting there.

Top 5 Weird Facts About Mysterious Uranus: Photos
By Elizabeth Howell published
Explore a few of our favorite facts about this oddball planet in the outer solar system.
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