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Ixion

Ixion

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A large object beyond Neptune that orbits the Sun in the outer Solar System
  • proper noun
: Ixión
  • The orbit of Ixion helps astronomers understand the structure of the Kuiper Belt.

Examples

  • Images of Ixion reveal it is one of the largest known minor planets in the outer Solar System.

  • Scientists discovered Ixion while searching for new objects beyond Neptune.

  • The dwarf planet Ixion orbits the Sun beyond Neptune.

  • Have you heard about Ixion and its unique orbit?

  • The astronomers have recently discovered new information about Ixion, a large trans-Neptunian minor planet.

  • The spacecraft is headed towards Ixion to study its surface and composition.

  • Experts believe that Ixion may contain valuable resources for future space missions.

Surface Forms

Ixion main

Etymology

Ixion is also the name of a large object beyond Neptune, officially 28978 Ixion, and astronomers chose this myth name because the object carries the story of the man bound to a fiery wheel, linking the sky name to the old Greek tale.