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Splat or subsurface ocean? The mysterious positioning of Pluto’s heart

Planetary Radio: Space Exploration, Astronomy and Science

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This chapter delves into the unique characteristics of Sputnik Planitia, Pluto's heart-shaped feature, using data from NASA's New Horizons mission. Experts discuss the possibility of a subsurface ocean and the implications of giant impacts on Pluto's geological evolution.

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