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  • Uranus: The Sideways Planet - Orbital Tilt Explained
    The planet that lies on its side in orbit is Uranus.

    Its axis of rotation is tilted at a whopping 98 degrees, meaning it essentially spins on its side. This unusual orientation is believed to be the result of a collision with a large object early in the solar system's history.

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