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Pluto as seen from its moon Charon
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Pluto as seen from its moon Charon
Pluto as seen from its moon Charon, artwork. Pluto is the smallest of the nine planets in the solar system, with a diameter of 2300 kilometres. Charons diameter is about half that. This compares to our own Moon, which has a diameter of about 3500 kilometres. Pluto has an erratic orbit; varying from a distance of 4.4 to 7.3 billion kilometres from the Sun and taking 248 years for one full circle. Scientists speculate that the surface of Charon is mainly water ice, whereas Pluto is covered in methane ice. But no spacecraft has yet confirmed this
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This artwork captures the mesmerizing view of Pluto as seen from its moon Charon. The print showcases the smallest planet in our solar system, with a diameter of 2300 kilometers, alongside its moon, Charon, which has a diameter half that size. Comparatively, our own Moon boasts a diameter of about 3500 kilometers. Pluto's erratic orbit takes it on an extraordinary journey varying from a distance of 4.4 to 7.3 billion kilometers from the Sun. It completes one full circle around the Sun every 248 years, making it truly unique among celestial bodies. Scientists speculate that Charon's surface is primarily composed of water ice while Pluto itself is covered in methane ice. However, no spacecraft has yet confirmed these intriguing theories. This stunning illustration not only highlights the scientific aspects but also evokes a sense of wonder and curiosity about our vast universe. It serves as a reminder that there are still countless mysteries waiting to be unraveled beyond what we currently know about this distant dwarf planet and its enigmatic moon. With elements encompassing astronomy, astrophysics, and planetary science, this image offers an artistic representation that sparks imagination and invites us to explore further into the depths of space.
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