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Wadirum is an IAU name for an exoplanet. Its host star is [[Petra]] in the constellation of [[Aquila]]. Suggested by the country of Jordania, it follows the name theme Names associated with the ancient city of Petra and the Wadi Rum Protected Area UNESCO World Heritage Sites in southern Jordan. | Wadirum is an IAU name for an exoplanet. Its host star is [[Petra]] in the constellation of [[Aquila]]. Suggested by the country of Jordania, it follows the name theme Names associated with the ancient city of Petra and the Wadi Rum Protected Area UNESCO World Heritage Sites in southern Jordan. | ||
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Latest revision as of 13:19, 30 May 2026
Authors: Susanne M Hoffmann, Youla Azkarrula
Wadirum is an IAU name for an exoplanet. Its host star is Petra in the constellation of Aquila. Suggested by the country of Jordania, it follows the name theme Names associated with the ancient city of Petra and the Wadi Rum Protected Area UNESCO World Heritage Sites in southern Jordan.
Etymology and History
Wadi Rum (Valley of the Moon) is located at the far south of Jordan, it is the largest valley in Jordan, set on the high plateau at the western edge of the Arabian Desert.
Mythology
IAU Working Group on Star Names
The name was adopted by the IAU WGSN in the 20xx NameExoWorlds Campaign (NEWC).
Weblinks
- Website of the IAU WGSN: https://exopla.net/
