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Mysterious 'Planet Y' Could Be Lurking in Our Solar System's Kuiper Belt
A new study suggests an elusive Planet Y may exist in the Kuiper belt, potentially redefining our understanding of the Solar System and its planets beyond Neptune.
- Researchers from Princeton University propose Planet Y may be hiding in the Kuiper belt, challenging the current count of eight recognized planets in the Solar System.
- The potential existence of Planet Y raises questions about other undiscovered bodies, such as Planet Nine, which might also reside in the distant regions beyond Neptune.
- If confirmed, Planet Y could impact our understanding of planetary formation and dynamics in the Solar System, especially regarding the gravitational influence of distant objects on Earth.
Why It Matters
The discovery of Planet Y could reshape our knowledge about the Solar System, including the classification of celestial bodies like Pluto and dwarf planets, and enhance our understanding of the gravitational interactions that govern orbits within the Kuiper belt.