- Most prominent characteristic that distinguishes Saturn from other planets.

- Made of ice particles, water ice, and some bits of rock and debris.

- Range in size from tiny grains to large chunks several meters across.

- Reflect sunlight, making the rings visible

- Extend about 120,000 km from the planet's surface.

- Divided into distinct divisions separated by gaps.

Note: Saturn is not the only planet with rings, but it has the most prominent and extensive ring system.