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Pluto and Charon: The Binary Worlds

Although Pluto is no longer categorized as a planet, Pluto the dwarf planet" and its "moon" Charon are considered the closest thing in the solar system to a binary planet system. Explore the fascinating revelations from the New Horizons mission, including Pluto's glacial flows, floating mountains, extreme seasons, unexpectedly complex atmosphere, and a surface that appears to be dusted in complex organic molecules."

English
  • Runtime 31 minutes
  • Production Company The Great Courses
  • Created March 1, 2021 by
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  • Modified March 1, 2021 by
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