A New Dwarf Planet (Probably) Spotted Beyond Pluto

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The Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile has identified 2026 ED138, a potential dwarf planet located on the edge of our solar system beyond Pluto. This discovery marks one of the first findings from the facility. Astronomers expect to locate additional dwarf planet candidates during the upcoming 10-year sky survey. The object 2026 ED138 now joins a group of potential dwarf planets as the observatory continues its extensive observation of the outer solar system.

10/28 01:55 AM nytimes.com

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A New Dwarf Planet (Probably) Spotted Beyond Pluto

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10/28 06:00 AM geekwire.com

A new pal for Pluto? Rubin Observatory finds its first dwarf planet candidate

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