Trans-Neptunian Objects Surface Composition (IMAGE)

University of Central Florida

Trans-Neptunian Objects Surface Composition

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Artistic representation of the distribution of trans-Neptunian objects in the planetesimal disk, with overlaid representative spectra of each compositional group highlighting the dominant molecules on their surfaces. Credit: Graphic art by William D. González Sierra for the Florida Space Institute, University of Central Florida
 

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Graphic art by William D. González Sierra for the Florida Space Institute, University of Central Florida

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For use with coverage of trans-Neptunian objects research and credit must be given to: William D. González Sierra for the Florida Space Institute, University of Central Florida

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