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New Jersey Discovery: Dwarf Planet 2017 OF201 Unveiled!

5/26/2025

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A groundbreaking discovery in New Jersey reveals a potential new dwarf planet, 2017 OF201, boasting a strikingly similar orbit to Pluto. Measuring 700 km in diameter, this elusive celestial body is only detectable during 1% of its orbit, hinting at a treasure trove of similar hidden objects waiting to be uncovered in our solar system.

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A groundbreaking discovery in New Jersey reveals a potential new dwarf planet, 2017 OF201, boasting a strikingly similar orbit to Pluto. Measuring 700 km in diameter, this elusive celestial body is only detectable during 1% of its orbit, hinting at a treasure trove of similar hidden objects waiting to be uncovered in our solar system.