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Titan
⭐ MasteredTitan is the largest moon of Saturn and the only moon with a thick atmosphere. Its lakes are made of liquid methane and ethane rather than water.
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Titan is the only place other than Earth where scientists have found stable liquid on the surface.
All about Titan
Titan is the largest moon of Saturn and the only moon with a thick atmosphere. Its lakes are made of liquid methane and ethane rather than water.
Its air is mostly nitrogen, like Earth's, but it is far colder.
Scientists think Titan's chemistry may be similar to the chemistry on the early Earth. Studying it could help researchers understand how life might begin in strange environments.
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Real-life uses of Titan
- Studying planetary atmospheres
- Planning missions
- Learning about chemistry in space
Frequently asked questions about Titan
Which planet does Titan orbit?
Saturn.
What fills Titan’s lakes?
Liquid methane and ethane.