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theconversation.com
In 2006, and after much debate, the International Astronomical Union came up with a new definition for a planet. And for the first time, the term "dwarf planet" was used. |
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science.nasa.gov
Our solar system has five dwarf planets: In order of distance from the Sun they are: Ceres, Pluto, Haumea, Makemake, and Eris. |
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www.space.com
The decision to strip Pluto of its planet status and rebrand it as a dwarf planet was controversial, and remains so to this day. The debate stems from a revolution in our understanding of the solar system and shows that science is always evolving. |
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