The Largest Asteroids in the Solar System

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Here are the largest asteroids in the Solar System!

Vesta is the largest with a mean diameter of 525 km (326 mi).
Pallas takes second place with a mean diameter of 512 km (318 mi).
Hygiea is the third largest with a mean diameter of 434 km (270 mi).
(Ceres has been excluded since it is a dwarf planet and not really an asteroid)

Graphics: SpaceEngine

Music: Symphony no. 4 in Bb, Op. 60 - IV. Allegro ma non troppo (Skidmore College Orchestra)

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