Pluto and Its Largest Moon, Charon
For years, we believed Pluto was a planet, only to have its status abruptly demoted to that of a dwarf planet. Regardless of its classification, Pluto possesses a fascinating entourage of moons, with Charon reigning as the largest.
This captivating composite image, captured by NASA's New Horizons spacecraft, showcases Pluto on the lower right and Charon on the upper left. The colors have been equalized to emphasize the contrast in surface textures, providing a striking visual representation of these celestial bodies. What's your take on this intriguing pair?
