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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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Impact Dynamics on Pluto's Sputnik Planitia

This chapter examines how the size and angle of impactors influence the formation of Sputnik Planitia on Pluto. It highlights the characteristics of potential impactors, the significance of Pluto's surface features, and the need for further exploration to understand Pluto's geology and history.

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