Pluto's dwarf planet partner Charon may have spilled its guts to create 2 of the pair's moons

Space.comMonday, September 1, 2025 at 2:00:00 PM
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Pluto's dwarf planet partner Charon may have spilled its guts to create 2 of the pair's moons
New research suggests that Charon, Pluto's largest moon, may have contributed material to form two smaller moons, Nix and Hydra. Their surfaces remain largely unchanged, providing valuable insights into their origins.
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