= Ananke group
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The Ananke group is a collection of irregular moons that orbit the planet Jupiter. These moons, named after the Greek goddess of inevitability and necessity, Ananke, are distinguished by their similar orbital characteristics and large distances from Jupiter. They are typically thought to be captured objects rather than bodies that formed in situ around the planet. The Ananke group includes several notable moons, such as: 1. **Ananke** - The largest and most prominent moon of the group, discovered in 1951.
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