Author Question: Uranus rotates on an axis that is inclined 98.0 from the perpendicular to its orbit. a. True b. ... (Read 119 times)

jessicacav · **on:** Jul 27, 2018

Uranus rotates on an axis that is inclined 98.0 from the perpendicular to its orbit.

a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Provide a comparative analysis of Jupiter and Saturn. What are their similarities? What are their differences?

What will be an ideal response?

sierrahalpin · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

True

Answer to Question 2

Student responses will vary. A few comparisons to consider are:

Similarities:
comprised of liquid hydrogen and helium
same three cloud layers
belt zone circulation (but not as prevalent in Saturn as Jupiter)
rings (not as prevalent in Jupiter as Saturn)
differential rotation
possess large, active moons
have small inclination of orbit to ecliptic
similar periods of rotation

Differences:
Saturn is far less dense, so much it could float on water.
Jupiter is largest planet in the Solar System.
Jupiter has storms that have lasted for centuries.
Saturn is farther away from the Sun than Jupiter.
Jupiter is hotter.