Prometheus (moon) facts for kids
Photo taken by Cassini.
Prometheus is a moon of Saturn. It was discovered by Stewart Collins from Voyager 1 photos in 1981. It was named after the god of the same name in Greek mythology. The moon acts as a shepherd satellite for the inner part of Saturn's F ring.
Images for kids
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Prometheus flyby (December 6, 2015)
See also
In Spanish: Prometeo (satélite) para niños
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