Scientists discover dwarf planet “Makemake” with no atmosphere

November 27, 2012

“Makemake”: A dwarf planet in our solar system discovered by astronomers.

  • Orbits in the outer solar system
  • Has no atmosphere
  • About two thirds the size of Pluto
  • Travels around the Sun in a distant path that lies beyond that of Pluto but closer to the Sun than Eris, the most massive known dwarf planet in the Solar System.
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