(26375) 1999 DE9

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(26375) 1999 DE9 is a Transneptunisches object, which was discovered on February 20, 1999 by Jane Luu and Chad Trujillo at Kitt Peak Observatory.

It stands in a 2:5 resonance with Neptune. The diameter of 1999 DE9 is estimated to be about 500 kilometers. Spectroscopic studies have revealed evidence of a few percent water ice. Some results also suggest the presence of the hydroxy group.

  • Transneptunisches object
Orbital inclination Intrinsic brightness Kitt Peak National Observatory
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