Strange 'quasi-moon' of Earth gets named Cardea, after goddess …
This name reflects the quasi-moon's unique orbital path, embodying a celestial gateway between Earth and space." Cardea was up against six other finalists in the 2004 GU9 name contest, …
Earth’s Quasi-Moon Finally Has A Name, Honoring The
4 days ago · One of Earth’s seven quasi-moons has just got a new name: Asteroid 2004 GU9 is now known as Cardea, one of the Roman deities of doors and thresholds with a particular …
After a Naming Contest, Cardea Joins the Celestial Ranks as a Quasi-Moon
Jan 13, 2025 · For Mr. Nasser, Cardea, the winning name, was ultimately fitting for a quasi-moon: An ancient doorkeeper and protector, a body to watch out for us during a time of tumult and …
Alexander High Alum Makes Space History by Naming Quasi-Moon
4 days ago · Chilcutt, a Douglasville native and 2023 graduate of Alexander, submitted the winning name “Cardea” for the quasi-moon. A quasi-moon is an asteroid that appears to orbit …
Name a Quasi-moon Contest | Radiolab | WNYC Studios
This quasi-moon, forever straddling the space between Earth and the cosmos, reflects Cardea's dominion over liminal states, embodying a celestial gatekeeper of the in-between.
“CARDEA” Wins Radiolab & IAU’s Worldwide Quasi-Moon …
(New York – NY – January 13, 2025) – After eight months, almost 3,000 submissions, seven finalists, and more than 10,000 votes, a winner has been unveiled in the worldwide Quasi …
CARDEA Wins Radiolab & IAU’s Worldwide Quasi-Moon Naming …
Jan 14, 2025 · After eight months, almost 3,000 submissions, seven finalists, and more than 10,000 votes, a winner has been unveiled in the worldwide Quasi-Moon naming contest from …
After a Naming Contest, Cardea Joins the Celestial Ranks as a Quasi-Moon
Jan 13, 2025 · On Monday, she joined the celestial ranks of fellow mythological figures like Mars, Venus and Andromeda. But Cardea is not a planet or a constellation. She is as a quasi-moon …
UGA student wins global quasi-moon naming contest
Jan 14, 2025 · Radiolab and the International Astronomical Union have announced the winner of their quasi-moon naming contest as Cardea, a name chosen by University of Georgia …
UGA student wins Radiolab contest to name one of Earth's quasi …
Jan 15, 2025 · During the month of December 2024, more than 10,000 people cast a vote to choose Chilcutt's Cardea – the Roman Goddess of doorways and transitions – to be the name …
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