Date: Wednesday, 09-July-2025, 8:22 AM | Message # 1
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Vera C. Rubin Observatory Reveals Asteroid, Galaxy Images & Planet Nine
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory, located atop Cerro Pachón in Chile, has unveiled its inaugural images, marking a significant milestone in astronomical research. Utilizing its state-of-the-art 3.2-gigapixel camera, the observatory captured detailed visuals of distant galaxies, stellar nurseries, and over 2,100 previously undiscovered asteroids, including seven near-Earth objects. This achievement sets the stage for a comprehensive 10-year survey aimed at mapping the southern sky and investigating cosmic phenomena such as dark matter, dark energy, and the elusive Planet Nine. The observatory's expansive field of view and rapid imaging capabilities promise to revolutionize our understanding of the universe.
