Binary Companion (minor Planets)
When binary minor planets are similar in size, they may be called "binary companions" instead of referring to the smaller body as a satellite. Good examples of true binary companions are the 90 Antiope and the 79360 Sila–Nunam systems.
Read more about this topic: Binary System (astronomy)
Famous quotes containing the word companion:
“O fallen angel,
the companion within me,
whisper something holy
before you pinch me
into the grave.”
—Anne Sexton (1928–1974)