#trans-neptunian-objects

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fromFuturism
7 hours ago

Scientists Detect Atmosphere on Planet-Like Object Beyond Pluto

Astronomers have discovered a second trans-Neptunian object with an atmosphere, challenging existing theories about small celestial bodies in the Kuiper Belt.
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fromFuturism
5 months ago

3I/ATLAS Appears to Be Erupting in Ice Volcanos

Interstellar object 3I/ATLAS experienced cryovolcanic activity, ejecting jets of ice and dust resembling trans-Neptunian bodies.
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fromFuturism
11 months ago

Scientists Detect Mysterious Object in Deep Solar System

A newly discovered trans-Neptunian object, 2017 OF201, may qualify as a dwarf planet, challenging existing theories in the outer solar system.
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