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Dictionary of Minor Planet Names

Addendum to 6th Edition: 2012-2014

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408 pages
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15 hours

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With nearly half a million numbered minor planets, this Addendum to the sixth edition of the Dictionary of Minor Planet Names enriches the IAU's official reference by adding approximately 2,200 new entries. It provides insightful information on the diverse and imaginative names given to minor planets, which honor figures from mythology, science, history, and everyday life. The Addendum also includes corrections and updates, making it a valuable resource for enthusiasts and researchers interested in the stories behind these celestial names.

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Dictionary of Minor Planet Names, Lutz D. Schmadel

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