The solar system is full of stuffy, old mythology naming its planets and moons. But scientists have also had the chance to add a little spice here and there, deriving their place names from really geeky sources, including Tolkien. In this gallery, we take a look at some of the nerdiest places in the solar system.
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Geekiest Place Names in the Solar System
Mount Doom, Einstein Crater, and Arrakis Plains: Geekiest Place Names in the Solar System
The solar system is full of stuffy, old mythology naming its planets and moons. But scientists have also had the chance to add a little spice here and there, deriving their place names from really geeky sources, including Tolkien. In this gallery, we take a look at some of the nerdiest places in the solar system.

The solar system is full of stuffy, old mythology naming its planets and moons. But scientists have also had the chance to add a little spice here and there, deriving their place names from really geeky sources, including Tolkien. In this gallery, we take a look at some of the nerdiest places in the solar system.
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