Saturn, the sixth planet from the Sun, is renowned for its spectacular ring system, which is composed of countless small particles, ranging in size from micrometers to meters, orbiting the gas giant. It is the second-largest planet in our solar system, with a diameter about ten times that of Earth. Saturn is primarily composed of hydrogen and helium, similar to Jupiter, and is less dense than water, making it the only planet in our solar system with an average density less than that of water.
The planet's atmosphere exhibits a banded appearance due to variations in cloud composition and height, driven by strong equatorial winds and rapid rotation. Saturn's axial tilt is similar to Earth's, resulting in seasonal variations on the planet. The interior of Saturn is believed to consist of a small rocky core surrounded by a deep layer of metallic hydrogen, and a gaseous outer layer. Its magnetic field is weaker than Jupiter's but still significantly stronger than Earth's.