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New Insights on Pluto and Charon's Formation Through 'Kiss and Capture' Hypothesis

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New Insights on Pluto and Charon's Formation Through 'Kiss and Capture' Hypothesis

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  • Observations reveal that **Pluto** has a significant moon, **Charon**, orbiting at eight times Pluto's diameter.
  • A study led by **Robert Melikyan** explores new simulations based on **solid body dynamics** rather than fluid dynamics.
  • The proposed **"Kiss and Capture"** scenario suggests a historic collision between Pluto and proto-Charon.
  • This collision occurred at a **45-degree angle**, resulting in a massive Charon that has since lost some mass.
  • The impact likely led to the formation of Pluto's additional moons from the debris created during the collision.

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