The heart's brightness arises from sunlight reflection, while red patches, formed by tholins, showcase Pluto's atmospheric ...
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Why Pluto has heart-shaped feature
Pluto’s heart-shaped feature, known as Tombaugh Regio, has captivated scientists and the public alike since its discovery. This striking geological formation offers insights into the unique ...
Decades-old pictures of Pluto’s heart are breaking the Internet again. University of Oxford's Dr Carly Howett explains the science behind the New Horizons mission and that famous 5-billion-kilometre ...
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. The heart-shaped Tombaugh Regio feature on the surface of Pluto. | Credit: NASA/Johns Hopkins ...
This view of Pluto is dominated by Pluto’s “heart,” a region of icy plains. Members of the New Horizons team gather around a laptop as they review newly processed images being sent from the New ...
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