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Tanzanite is an IAU name for an exoplanet. Its host star is [[Mpingo]] in the constellation of [[Cetus]]. Suggested by the country of Tanzania, it follows the name theme Names of famous natural materials symbolic of Tanzania. | Tanzanite is an IAU name for an exoplanet. Its host star is [[Mpingo]] in the constellation of [[Cetus]]. Suggested by the country of Tanzania, it follows the name theme Names of famous natural materials symbolic of Tanzania. | ||
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Latest revision as of 06:31, 29 May 2026
Authors: Susanne M Hoffmann, Youla Azkarrula
Tanzanite is an IAU name for an exoplanet. Its host star is Mpingo in the constellation of Cetus. Suggested by the country of Tanzania, it follows the name theme Names of famous natural materials symbolic of Tanzania.
Etymology and History
Tanzanite is the name of a precious stone mined in Tanzania and is treasured worldwide.
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/
