By Sheetal Kumari | December 9, 2024
Is there a 9th planet in our solar system? Known as Planet X, this hypothetical giant stirs curiosity and debate among astronomers. The search continues to uncover its secrets.
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In 2016, Mike Brown and Konstantin Batygin proposed the existence of Planet X.
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The discovery of extreme trans-Neptunian objects (ETNOs) supported the Planet X hypothesis.
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However, the scientific community remains divided on the existence of Planet X.
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The latest survey data from the Dark Energy Survey (DES) provides new clues about Planet X.
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The Subaru Hyper Suprime-Cam survey is currently searching for Planet X.
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If Planet X exists, it’s expected to have a highly eccentric orbit.
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The discovery of Planet X would redefine our understanding of the solar system.
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The Large Synoptic Survey Telescope (LSST) will aid in the search for Planet X.
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The search for Planet X continues, with scientists working tirelessly to uncover the truth.
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