Pluto’s atmosphere has probably persisted in some form for millions of years, but observations suggest its pressure fell 16% between mid-2021 and July 2023. With Pluto continuing away from the Sun until 2114, astronomers may be witnessing the beginning - Space Daily
Source:Space Daily
Stellar occultations suggest Pluto’s long pressure plateau is ending as nitrogen gas begins condensing back onto its frozen surface.
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