Chapter 32, Problem 6TE

Why are the seasons on Uranus different from the seasons on any other planet?

To determine

The reason for the different seasons on Uranus as compared to other planets.

Answer to Problem 6TE

The vertical tilt angle of Uranus makes the difference for the seasons on it from other planets.

Explanation of Solution

Earth rotates around the Sun and it also spins about its own axis. The spinning axis of the Earth is tilled about $23°$ with respect to its orbit, which makes the different seasons on the Earth.

Uranus makes an angle $98°$ with its axis of spin. Basically it is tilted sideways which makes a huge difference in seasons of Uranus and Earth. It is also have four seasons like Earth. It takes $84\text{ years}$ to complete one round around the Sun whereas Earth takes $365\text{ days}$. So, on Uranus one season last for $21\text{ years}$.

Conclusion:

Therefore, the vertical tilt angle of Uranus makes the difference for the seasons on it from other planets.