Moon Mysteries: How Did Saturn’s Diverse Moon Family Come to Be?

Saturn’s fascinating family of moons showcases incredible diversity, from tiny "ring-moons" nestled within icy rings to Titan, its massive moon with a dense atmosphere. Blanc and colleagues explore theories of their formation, favoring a scenario where Saturn’s rings once extended far beyond their current limits, gradually spreading outwards and forming moons at their edges. Titan's unique characteristics, however, suggest a more complex formation history.