The E-ring extends much farther than the other rings.  It is very close to the orbit of the moon Enceladus.  The particles of the E-ring might come from Enceladus.  An object might have hit Enceladus, knocking off debris.  The debris might have formed the E-ring.  Another theory proposes that Enceladus might be volcanic.  Past, and perhaps current, eruptions might send debris into space.  The debris is captured by Saturn's gravity forming the E-ring.

    From a distance, the rings seem smooth.  A closer look reveals some interesting things.  One odd feature in the narrow F-ring is the surprising appearance of bends and twists.  The F-ring seems to be braided, almost like hair.  Scientists