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Rubin Observatory Spots First Candidate for New Dwarf Planet
Original: Potential New Dwarf Planet Discovered in Our Solar System: Rubin Observatory Identifies First Candidate
The Vera Rubin Observatory has identified the first candidate for a new dwarf planet in our solar system. The finding marks an early scientific result for the newly operational telescope, which was built to survey the southern sky in unprecedented depth. Astronomers say further observations will be needed to confirm the object's status before it can officially be classed as a dwarf planet.
Why now: The Rubin Observatory is delivering its first major discoveries, drawing attention to what its deep sky surveys may reveal about the outer solar system.
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- Potential New Dwarf Planet Discovered in Our Solar System: Rubin Observatory Identifies First Candidate · elciudadano.com
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