Astronomers Discover 128 New Moons Orbiting Saturn

Above: Saturn as seen from the Cassini–Huygens space-research mission. Image copyright: Unsplash

The Spin


Narrative A

This discovery is a significant breakthrough in understanding the solar system's evolution. It suggests more recent dynamic activity than previously thought, with the potential for thousands more moons awaiting discovery around Saturn.


Narrative B

The increasing number of small objects being classified as moons raises questions about what should qualify as a moon, with some scientists calling for more precise definitions and potential size limitations for moon classification.


Metaculus Prediction


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