Saturn

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What is the shape of Mimas due to gravitational forces?

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Mimas has an oval shape due to gravitational forces.

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Which spacecraft orbited and studied Saturn from 2005 to 2017?

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Cassini.

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Does Saturn have as many storms and bright cloud banding as Jupiter?

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No, Saturn does not have as many storms and bright cloud banding as Jupiter.

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What is a notable feature of Saturn's equatorial wind speeds?

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Saturn has fast equatorial wind speeds of over 1000 km (620 mph).

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What is the distance of Saturn from the Sun compared to Jupiter?

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Saturn is just over twice as far from the Sun as Jupiter.

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How long does it take Saturn to complete one orbit around the Sun?

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It takes about 29 Earth-years to orbit once.

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What is the gravitational influence of Mimas on Saturn's rings?

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Mimas exerts a gravitational influence on Saturn's rings.

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What is the primary composition of Saturn?

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Saturn is primarily composed of hydrogen and helium.

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What is the significance of Saturn's rings?

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Saturn's rings are made up of ice and rock particles and are a defining feature of the planet.

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How does Saturn's magnetic field compare to Jupiter's?

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Saturn has a weaker magnetic field compared to Jupiter.