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Discovery date March 31, 2005

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When was Makemake discovered?

Makemake was discovered on March 31, 2005. It is a dwarf planet in the outer solar system and is one of the largest objects in the Kuiper Belt.


Does Makemake have eclipses?

Yes. A moon was recently discovered in orbit around Makemake, so it would occasionally eclipse Makemake itself.


What year MakeMake discovered?

MakeMake was discovered on March 31, 2005. It is a dwarf planet located in the Kuiper Belt, beyond Neptune in our solar system.


When was the Dwarf Planet FY9 discovered?

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Is makemake the only dwarf planet with no moons?

No -- scientists have recently discovered a moon orbiting Makemake, for the moment known as MK-2. It is about 100 miles across. Ceres on the other hand has no moons.


What is some good facts about Makemake?

Makemake is a dwarf planet in the outer region of our solar system, named after a deity of the Rapa Nui people of Easter Island. It was discovered in 2005 and is one of the largest objects in the Kuiper Belt. Makemake lacks a significant atmosphere and is covered in frozen methane, ethane, and nitrogen.


Has a probe ever been sent to Makemake?

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What newest planets discovered in the solar system after Pluto?

Of course they are "Dwarf Planets" like Pluto but: Makemake, Haumea, and Eris.


Is makemake small?

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Is Makemake a dwarf planet?

Yes, Makemake is a dwarf planet.