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海王星, 海王星这颗行星
the 8th planet of the solar system with a ring of icy particles around it
- Neptune’s vibrant blue color is due to the presence of methane in its atmosphere, which absorbs red light.
海王星鲜艳的蓝色是由于其大气中存在甲烷，吸收了红光。
- Astronomers have observed Neptune’s faint rings, which are composed of dark particles and are difficult to detect from Earth.
天文学家观测到了海王星的微弱光环，这些光环由暗粒子组成，难以从地球上探测到。
- Due to its distance from the Sun, Neptune receives very little sunlight, making its surface temperature extremely cold.
由于距离太阳较远，海王星接收到的阳光非常少，这使得其表面温度极低。
- Neptune has the strongest winds of any planet in the solar system, with speeds reaching up to 1,200 miles per hour.
海王星拥有太阳系所有行星中最强的风，速度可达每小时1,200英里。
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(in Roman mythology) god of the sea, equivalent to Greek Poseidon
- Neptune is often depicted holding a trident.
- Sailors prayed to Neptune for safe voyages.
- Statues of Neptune stand in many European fountains.
- Myths describe Neptune controlling storms and oceans.
- Neptune's festivals were celebrated with games and sacrifices.