Uranus, the icy giant that orbits the Sun on its side, has long been a mystery to scientists. Now, thanks to two decades of data collected by NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope, researchers have uncovered significant new details about the planet's atmospheric composition and its dynamic behavior. These findings, made possible by Hubble's sharp resolution, spectral capabilities, and longevity, provide crucial insights into how Uranus’ atmosphere reacts to seasonal changes and shifts in sunlight. This groundbreaking study, led by researchers including Erich Karkoschka of the University of Arizona and Larry Sromovsky and Pat Fry from the University of Wisconsin, is the most detailed look at Uranus’ atmosphere ever obtained. The team’s work could help astronomers better understand not only the atmospheric dynamics of this distant world but also exoplanets with similar size and composition. Seasonal Shifts in Uranus' Atmosphere. When NASA’s Voyager 2 spacecraft flew past Uranus in ...