Is There a Smaller 2-Body System Than an Asteroid and Its Moon?

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The discussion centers on the existence of small celestial bodies, specifically asteroids with moons. Participants confirm that there are indeed asteroids with small moons, referencing a Wikipedia list of minor planets with moons. Additional resources, such as a JPL page on binary near-Earth asteroids, are shared to highlight the prevalence of these systems. The conversation emphasizes the interest in smaller two-body systems beyond typical asteroid classifications. Overall, the topic explores the intriguing dynamics of small celestial pairings in our solar system.
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I seem to remember an asteroid that has a small moon orbiting it, is my memory correct?
 
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Thanks DH, i did not know there were so many.
 

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