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Rubin Observatory spots new dwarf planet candidate

Original: Move over, Pluto: The Vera C. Rubin Observatory turns up a new prospect for dwarf planethood, and the telescope is virtu

The Vera C. Rubin Observatory has identified a new candidate for dwarf planet status in the outer solar system, adding a potential companion to Pluto in that category. Astronomers say the telescope is virtually certain to uncover many more such candidates over the coming decade as its wide-field survey continues.

Why now: The Rubin Observatory's early discoveries are demonstrating its power to transform our picture of the outer solar system.

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• Move over, Pluto: The Vera C. Rubin Observatory turns up a new prospect for dwarf planethood, and the telescope is virtually certain to spot still more candidates in the decade ahead. https://www. geekwire.com/2026/a-new-pal-fo… · alanboyle · 2

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