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This representation of Ceres' Occator Crater in false colors shows differences in the surface composition.

What Are Those Bright Spots on Ceres Made Of? It's More Common Than You Think

New findings from NASA's Dawn spacecraft finally reveal the true nature of those bright spots on the surface of dwarf planet Ceres.

NASA Close To Solving Puzzle Of Bright Spots on Ceres; Releases Latest Pictures of Ceres

NASA released mesmerizing pictures of the dwarf planet Ceres, showcasing the entire surface of the planet which is located in the asteroid belt. These images can be helpful for the scientists at NASA to reach for an explanation for the unusually bright spots on Ceres, which are puzzling them since a very long time.

Ceres from afar

After Dawn Glitch, NASA Wants Your Vote About Ceres' Mysterious Bright Spots

After experiencing a temporary glitch on its first science mission stage, Dawn is ready to take closer views of Ceres where NASA needs your vote about the mysterious bright spots on it ssurface.

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First Ever Color Image of Dwarf Planet Ceres Reveals Volcanic Activity

New color images of Ceres presents a dynamic terrain on the surface of the tiny world.

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NASA's Dawn Spacecraft is Now First Probe to Orbit a Dwarf Planet

Dawn's mission is to answer whether or not there is a liquid ocean of water underneath the dwarf planet's surface.

Two views of Ceres

Dawn Spacecraft Reaches Mysterious Dwarf Planet Ceres on March 5

After two and half years in deep space, NASA's Dawn spacecraft will finally enter Ceres' orbit on its closest approach yet.

Ceres from afar

Mysterious, Bright Lights on Ceres Baffle Scientists

The original bright spot appears to have another companion that's less bright.

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Dawn Captures Closest Look Yet of Mysterious Dwarf Planet Ceres

NASA just released new images of Ceres courtesy of the Dawn spacecraft as it makes its final approach.

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Dawn Spacecraft Reveals Ceres' Surface is Heavily Cratered

New photos from Dawn reveal amazing new features of Ceres never seen before.

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NASA's Dawn Spacecraft Close to Rendezvous with Ceres

Ceres is considered the biggest body in the asteroid belt.

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