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Uranus' Spin Revealed: New Hubble Findings Uncovered

4/7/2025

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Astronomers have made a groundbreaking discovery using the Hubble Space Telescope, revealing that Uranus spins on its axis every 17 hours, 14 minutes, and 52 seconds—28 seconds longer than previously thought. This meticulous measurement, derived from over ten years of observing auroras, paves the way for more accurate future explorations of the enigmatic planet.

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Astronomers have made a groundbreaking discovery using the Hubble Space Telescope, revealing that Uranus spins on its axis every 17 hours, 14 minutes, and 52 seconds—28 seconds longer than previously thought. This meticulous measurement, derived from over ten years of observing auroras, paves the way for more accurate future explorations of the enigmatic planet.