Scientists find fifth Pluto moon

Pluto may have been kicked out of the planet club, but it has gained yet another companion.

Scientists find fifth Pluto moon
Thu, 12 Jul, 2012 - 09:26

Pluto may have been kicked out of the planet club, but it has gained yet another companion.

Scientists announced the discovery of the smallest moon yet around the icy orb, bringing the count of its known moons to five.

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