Jupiter, long recognized as the planet with the most moons, has been overtaken by Saturn, which now boasts an astonishing 274 moons following significant discoveries in 2020 and 2023. An international team led by Edward Ashton announced the formal recognition of 128 new moons, highlighting Saturn's remarkable capacity for satellite collection. These moons are small and irregularly shaped, believed to be remnants of larger bodies that fragmented in Saturn's history. This discovery not only emphasizes Saturn's supremacy but also implies an ongoing dynamic evolution of its moon system.
Jupiter, once the reigning king of moons with 95, now faces defeat as Saturn amasses a staggering 274 moons, overtaking Jupiter dramatically.
Astronomers believe Saturn's latest moons are remnants of larger objects that broke apart, discovered in clumps and with unusual orbits, hinting at a dynamic history.
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