Which object was discovered after its position had been predicted by the application of Newtonian mechanics to the deviation in the motion of another planet?
A) minor planet Ceres
B) Uranus
C) Neptune
D) Pluto

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Neptune was discovered after its position had been predicted based on the deviations observed in the orbit of Uranus. Mathematicians and astronomers used Newtonian mechanics to calculate where another planet might be, influencing Uranus's orbit, leading to the discovery of Neptune.

Which Object Was Discovered After Its Position Had Been Predicted