In what way is the rotation of Uranus peculiar?
A)It is very slow, nearly zero.
B)It is much faster than is typical for Jovian planets.
C)The rotation is in the opposite direction to the planet's orbital direction
D)The axis is nearly parallel to the plane of the planet's orbit.

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Uranus has an unusual tilt, with its axis nearly parallel to the plane of its orbit, causing it to rotate on its side.

In What Way Is the Rotation of Uranus Peculiar