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Vesta: The Asteroid You Can Actually See

Explore 4 Vesta, the second-largest object in the asteroid belt and a rare protoplanet. Discover its massive craters, iron core, and the key findings of the NASA Dawn mission.

Posted byWayne McGrawOctober 5, 2025Posted inSolar SystemTags:Asteroid Belt, Backyard AstronomyLeave a comment on Vesta: The Asteroid You Can Actually See

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