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How Pluto got its biggest moon with an ancient 'kiss and capture'

Scientists have uncovered a new theory to explain how Pluto and its largest moon, Charon, formed their unique relationship.
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A Novel 'Kiss and Capture' Event Gave Pluto Its Largest Moon, Charon, New Study Suggests

The “demoted” dwarf planet Pluto and its largest moon Charon make an unusual pair, and for decades, scientists have been ...