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Impact simulation explaining the origin of Hygiea’s round shape

Computational simulation of the fragmentation and reassembly that led to the formation of Hygiea and its family of asteroids, following an impact with a large object. While changes in the shape of Hygiea occur after the impact, the dwarf-planet candidate eventually acquires a round shape.

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P. Ševeček/Charles University

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Tunnistus:eso1918c
Julkaisupäivä:28. lokakuuta 2019 17:00
Vastaavat julkaisut:eso1918
Kesto:34 s
Frame rate:25 fps

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Nimi:Hygiea
Tyyppi:Solar System : Interplanetary Body : Dwarf planet
Kategoria:Solar System

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