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New Moon of Jupiter Discovered

Posted by CowboyNeal on from the heavenly-bodies dept.

xihr writes "Astronomers have discovered a new moon of Jupiter, bringing its known retinue of satellites to a whopping 40. The new moon, designated S/2002 J1, is only 3 km wide, and has a highly inclined and eccentric orbit. Astronomy.com has the story."

3 of 152 comments (clear)

  1. That's not a moon by Typingsux · · Score: 0, Redundant
    It's a space station

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  2. What a Dull Name by Esion+Modnar · · Score: 0, Redundant

    Or do only non-pebbles like Europa and Io get cool names?

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  3. Quick everybody by Junior+J.+Junior+III · · Score: 1, Redundant

    Assume a defensive position and brace for incoming "That's no moon..." jokes!

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