Observations show it measures about 1,180-2,360km (730-1,470 miles) across, making it similar in size to Pluto. Astronomers now say that Sedna may have its own moon, although this needs to be confirmed, and it is also very red in colour and shiny in texture. There is likely to be some debate about whether it qualifies as a true planet, but some scientists are already saying it re-defines our Solar System.
Hmm.
You wonder why it hasn't been seen before now.
I do hope that, if the planetary status is confirmed, they don't rename it. Aside from consistency, there's no reason not to have an Inuit goddess among the Greeks and Romans.
Posted by iain at March 15, 2004 01:13 PM
