2003 Ub 313: The Incredible Shrinking Planet?, No bigger than Pluto? |
2003 Ub 313: The Incredible Shrinking Planet?, No bigger than Pluto? |
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Jan 31 2006, 09:20 PM
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Guest_JamesFox_* |
Apr 18 2006, 01:56 AM
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When it comes to 2003 EL61, it's odd shape is due to a super-high rotation rate. Since many planets in the Solar System are oblate spheroids, one could perhaps say that objects count, if they were spherical if not rotating.
Irregardless of what is decided, I'll state that I'll be happy if at least small, spherical worldlets (like Ceres, Quaoar, and Sedna), are given a status distinct from regular small asteroids, KBO's, and comets. Even if they are not as impressive as the like of Mercury or Mars, they are still much more than 'lumps of rock', and deserve names, symbols, and sailor senshi . |
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