Uranus
A chilly ice giant that spins on its side like a rolling ball. It has faint rings and a bluish color.
Imagine standing here: the sky and temperatures would be very different from Earth!
Scientists learn about Uranus using telescopes and space probes.
Every planet is special — compare the quick facts to see how Uranus stands out.
| Type | Ice giant |
|---|---|
| Distance from Sun | ~2.87 billion km |
| Day length | ~17 hours |
| Year length | ~84 Earth years |
| Fun fact | Axis is tilted on its side — it rolls around the Sun! |
Try this!
Grab a basketball for the Sun and small beads for the planets. Place them in a line to build a scale model of the Solar System. Notice how far apart the outer planets are!