JOURNAL ARTICLE

Small but mighty.

  • Published In: New Scientist, 2025, v. 266, n. 3538. P. 44 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Beall, Abigail 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the dwarf planet Haumea, one of the five officially recognized dwarf planets in our solar system. Haumea, also known as 2003 EL61, is unique due to its egg-shaped form, fast rotation, and the presence of two moons and a ring. Readers are encouraged to observe Haumea on April 22nd, when it will be at its brightest and closest to Earth, using a telescope with an aperture of at least 25 centimeters. The article provides details on Haumea's characteristics, discovery, and how to locate it in the night sky, offering a fascinating opportunity to explore a lesser-known part of our solar system. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:New Scientist. 2025/04, Vol. 266, Issue 3538, p44
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Astronomy and Astrophysics
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0262-4079
  • DOI:10.1016/s0262-4079(25)00598-6
  • Accession Number:184364090
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