Apr 29, 2025 · This diagram shows the orbits of several of Neptune's moons. Explore a curated collection of resources about ice giants, including activities that can be done at home, as well …

When Pluto was discovered, it was considered a planet, and Neptune thus became the second-farthest known planet, except for a 20-year period between 1979 and 1999 when Pluto's …

Nov 25, 2025 · Neptune, third most massive planet in the solar system and the eighth and outermost planet from the Sun. Neptune has 14 moons, only two of which were discovered …

Neptune is the most distant of the solar system's eight planets. Find out about the blue world's orbit, which of Neptune's moons is the largest, and how the planet is home to the most severe ...

4 days ago · The James Webb Space Telescope's Near-Infrared camera (NIRCam) captured stunning imagery of Neptune. It is the "clearest view of this peculiar planet’s rings in more than …

Neptune is just one of two ice giants in our cosmic family, along with Uranus. It's blanketed in an atmosphere of hydrogen and helium, with traces of methane, water, and ammonia.

Jan 5, 2024 · When Voyager 2 flew by Neptune in 1989, it sent back images that were processed to better reveal features like bands and a dark spot. But a new study says it's actually a …

Since its discovery in 1846, it has been considered a "quiet giant," a serene ice giant tucked away at the edge of our solar system. However, recent revelations from NASA are turning that …

Mar 26, 2025 · Webb captured Neptune’s shimmering lights in infrared light, providing direct evidence they exist. NASA released the images on Wednesday, and the results were …

Oct 19, 2023 · Researchers have shared a radical new idea for how to put a spacecraft in orbit around Neptune: Use the thin atmosphere of Triton, Neptune's largest moon, to capture it.