"JWST Captures Stunning Image of Uranus: Luminous Rings and Moons Revealed"

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The Webb Space Telescope has captured a stunning image of Uranus, revealing its luminous appearance and ring system. The image also showcases nine of Uranus' moons, which are named after characters from Shakespeare and Pope's works. Uranus, an ice giant with a rocky core, has an extreme tilt that causes a large north polar cap, creating a deep blue crescent. The planet's unique features make it an intriguing subject for planetary scientists, and a probe mission to Uranus has been identified as a top priority for the next decade.
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