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Asteroid may be upgraded to dwarf planet

Credit: ESO/P. Vernazza et al./MISTRAL algorithm (ONERA/CNRS)

High-resolution images reveal Hygiea is spherical, a key criteria for dwarf planet status.

https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/gadgets-and-tech/news/dwarf-planet-solar-system-eso-telescope-hygiea-sphere-a9174806.html