NSFâDOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory Reveals Its First Dwarf Planet Candidate in Our Solar System
In the outer reaches of our Solar System, beyond the orbit of Pluto, NSFâDOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory has spotted 2026 ED138 â a large, bright trans-Neptunian object that scientists have identified as a dwarf planet candidate. The observations were announced today by the International Astronomical Union Minor Planet Center (MPC). If confirmed, ED138 would be among the largest dwarf planets ever discovered in thisâŠ
The report was published on 05 de novembro de 2026 Ă s 05:00 by Rubin Observatory and is part of the World news coverage.
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