NASA Discovers 29th Moon of Uranus, Named S/2025 U1
NASA discovers 29th satellite of Uranus
- Discovery: NASA announced that the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has identified a new moon of Uranus, named S/2025 U1, increasing Uranus’ known satellite count to 29.
- Discovery Team: Led by Southwest Research Institute (SwRI); identification date: 2nd February 2025.
- Moon Details:
- Diameter: ~10 km
- Orbital distance from Uranus: ~56,000 km
- Significance:
- Though small in size, the discovery enhances understanding of Uranus’ satellite system and planetary formation.
- Demonstrates the capabilities of the James Webb Space Telescope in deep-space observations.
- Lead Scientist: Maryame El Moutamid, Solar System Science and Exploration Division, SwRI.
Relevance for UPSC:
- Space and Astronomy (GS-III)
- Developments in planetary science and exploration
- Use of JWST and advanced space telescopes in solar system research
Updated - August 21, 2025 1:53 PM | News On Air
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