Scientists discover geothermal activity in icy dwarf planets

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Initially thought to have ancient, cold surfaces, Eris and Makemake are proving to be more dynamic than ever imagined. The unexpected revelation emerged through observations made by the James Webb Space Telescope , shedding light on the composition of their surfaces. The telescope measured the deuterium-to-hydrogen ratio in methane, revealing clues about these compounds' origin, geological history, and formation pathways.

Now, Eris and Makemake join the league of celestial bodies with potential internal warmth, prompting further investigation into the possibility of liquid water beneath their icy surfaces.

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