Astronomers have uncovered the distinct compositions of Uranus's outer μ and ν rings using data from Keck, Hubble, and JWST. The icy μ ring likely stems from moon Mab, while the ν ring comes from rocky, organic-rich bodies.
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Uranus's two outer rings show starkly different origins

3 Microns wavelength observed
10%–15% organic compounds in ν ring