Astronomers Identify New Dwarf Planet Candidate Beyond Pluto

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Published: 2026-10-31
Category: science
Source: Mashable
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Astronomers have identified 2026 ED138, a new dwarf planet candidate located beyond Pluto. This object, estimated to be 370 to 930 miles wide and orbiting 46 times farther than Earth, enhances our knowledge of the distant solar system and its celestial bodies.

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