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2006: New Moons of Pluto Officially Named
On June 21, 2006, two new moons discovered orbiting Pluto were officially named Nix and Hydra. This decision was the result of a collaboration between astronomers and the general public through an online vote. The discovery and naming of these moons enhanced our understanding of the minor planet system, which at that time was still considered the ninth planet.
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