Back in 2007, scientists discovered a new minor planet in our solar system, out beyond Neptune. And they named it ... 2007 OR10.
Now, 10 years later, we can finally correct that mistake. On Wednesday, the red minor planet's discoverers announced a campaign that will let the public decide 2007 OR10's new name.
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