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Astronomers Find a Possible New Dwarf Planet Beyond Pluto

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Hindustan Times reports that astronomers have discovered a possible new dwarf planet beyond Pluto, measuring up to 1,500 km across.

The key facts

  • It had remained undetected for nearly a decade.
  • Its size is estimated at up to 1,500 km.
  • It is described as a "potential" dwarf planet, so confirmation may still be pending.

Why this matters

Objects beyond Pluto help scientists understand the outer edge of our solar system and how it formed.

What to watch

Further observations that confirm its orbit and size.

Via Hindustan Times.

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