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Will the James Webb Telescope announce the discovery of more trans-Neptunian objects by May 2027?
The James Webb Space Telescope, alongside Hubble, studied 27 objects beyond Neptune and revealed that their sizes and numbers… 89 opinions, 72% Yes
- Yes — 72%
- No — 28%
Deadline: April 30, 2027 at 12:00 AM UTC · 89 opinions
Resolution rules
The James Webb Space Telescope, alongside Hubble, studied 27 objects beyond Neptune and revealed that their sizes and numbers challenge existing planetary formation theories, suggesting the telescope will continue to be used in this line of research.
Source: www.sciencedaily.com
Frequently asked questions about this event
How is this event resolved?
Resolve como 'Sim' se a NASA ou equipe científica associada ao James Webb Space Telescope divulgar oficialmente (via site nasa.gov, comunicado de imprensa ou artigo científico) a identificação de novos objetos trans-netunianos além dos 27 já reportados em novembro de 2026, até 30/04/2027. Resolve como 'Não' se nenhum anúncio desse tipo ocorrer nesse prazo.
How are points scored?
Points depend on the share of votes your side had when you gave your opinion. Being right earns 100 minus that share. Being wrong costs that share.
Right now Yes has 72% of the votes: an opinion on it that turns out right earns about 28 points, a wrong one costs about 72.