James Webb Space Telescope reveals new insights into Pluto's moon Charon

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have detected carbon dioxide and hydrogen peroxide on Charon, Pluto's largest moon. This discovery enhances understanding of Charon's surface composition and origins, filling gaps left by previous studies. Charon's surface, previously analyzed with limited wavelengths, now shows evidence of carbon dioxide and hydrogen peroxide. These findings suggest that Charon's surface is influenced by sunlight and cosmic radiation, altering its icy composition. The research team plans to continue studying Charon with the James Webb Space Telescope. Future observations may uncover more about its chemical makeup and the processes affecting icy bodies in the solar system.