Makemake
Makemake does one orbit around the sun in 310 years.
Makemake is about two thirds the size of Pluto, with a diameter of 900 miles. Makemake's surface is probably covered with frozen methane. |
Makemake is a reddish color.
Makemake got its name from a god from Easter Island. Makemake is one of the reasons that Pluto is no longer considered a planet. |
Makemake, unlike other planets and dwarf planets, does not have an atmosphere yet.
Makemake got its color from tholins, which are organic compounds in space. Scientists believe that there are methane pellets around Makemake. |