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Uranus' rotation is different from that of the other planets. Rathering than spinning like a top as it circles the Sun, Uranus rolls like a barrel.

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Which planet rotate on it side like a barrel?

Uranus rotates on its side, unlike most other planets in our solar system which rotate on an axis perpendicular to their orbit. This unique tilt causes extreme seasons on Uranus, with each pole experiencing 42 years of continuous darkness followed by 42 years of continuous sunlight.


What is the only planet in are solar system that rolls like a barrel instead of spinning?

The only planet in our solar system that rolls like a barrel is Uranus. This unique rotation is due to its extreme axial tilt of about 98 degrees, causing it to rotate on its side. As a result, Uranus experiences unusual seasons and has a distinct rolling motion compared to the other planets, which spin more upright.


Does mercury look like Uranus?

no but uranus is better


Does Uranus rotate clockwise or counter clockwise?

Uranus rotates on its side, so it appears to rotate in a clockwise direction when viewed from above its north pole. This unique tilt is believed to have been caused by a collision with a planet-sized body early in its history.


Tempreture of Uranus?

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What is Uranus's core like?

Uranus's core is rocky and about the same size of earth.


Are there dinosaurs on Uranus?

Uranus is known as a "gas giant" or "ice giant" and does not have land masses like the Earth does. There is no known life on Uranus.


What is like on Uranus surface?

Uranus is a gas planet because it is one of the outer planets.


What is Uranus's atmosphere like?

Uranus's atmosphere is made up of many gases like Hydrogen, Heluim, and methane. Uranus does not have much if any oxygen so you would not be able to breathe.


What is the temperaure like on Uranus?

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What is the surrface of Uranus like?

Uranus is a "gas giant" planet; we're not entirely certain that it HAS a "surface".


Is U in Uranus pronounced as U in unmbrella or as U in united?

Uranus is pronounced like united.