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Chapter 14: Problem 52

Search the World Wide Web for a list of trans-Neptunian objects. What are the largest and smallest objects of this sort that have so far been found, and how large are they? Have any objects larger than Eris been found?

Short Answer

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The largest Trans-Neptunian object identified so far is Eris, with a diameter of approximately 2326 kilometres. As based on current verified data, no known object larger than Eris has been found. The smallest sizes of these objects vary as there are numerous smaller bodies continuously being discovered.

Step by step solution

01

Understanding terminologies

Firstly, get familiar with the term 'Trans-Neptunian object'. Trans-Neptunian objects are celestial bodies in our solar system that orbit the Sun at a greater average distance than Neptune.
02

Online research

Do an internet search for a list of trans-Neptunian objects. Take note of the sizes and distances from the Sun, as you need to identify the largest and smallest of these objects. Compare the sizes of these objects to that of Eris to determine whether there's a larger object.
03

Identify the largest and smallest Trans-Neptunian objects

In your research, you should have found a list of Trans-Neptunian objects along with their respective sizes. Identify the largest and smallest objects on the list.
04

Comparison with Eris

Compare the size of the largest object from step 3 with the size of Eris, which is approximately 2326 kilometers in diameter. Determine if there are any objects larger than Eris that have been found.

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