Is Orcus a dwarf planet

Anonymous

∙ 14y ago

Updated: 8/19/2019

One could call it that, but it is more properly a trans-Neptunian object, much like Pluto. It is about half the size of Pluto, and has a relatively large moon for it's size (also like Pluto).

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How long does orcus take to rotate sun?

Orcus (a Dwarf Planet candidtate) is currently 47.8 AU from the Sun, so around 46.8 AU from Earth, when earth is at its closest to it in its orbit. Orcus comes as close as 30.27AU from the sun and is around 48.07AU at its furthest.

How long is a day on orcus?

A day on Orcus, a dwarf planet in the Kuiper Belt, is approximately 9.7 hours long. This is the time it takes for Orcus to complete one full rotation on its axis. Due to its distant location and slow rotation, Orcus experiences very long seasons, taking about 247.3 years to orbit the Sun.

Is Pluto the only dwarf planet you know of?

There are several other dwarf planets in addition to Pluto. These include Eris, Sedna, Quaoar, Orcus, Makemake, Haumea, and the large asteroid Ceres.

In what order are the planets listed from smallest to biggest in the solar system?

In order from least to greatest in mean radius:Vesta (protoplanet)Pallas (protoplanet)Charon+ (dwarf planet)Orcus (dwarf planet)Quaoar (dwarf planet)Ceres (dwarf planet)Sedna (dwarf planet)"Snow White" [2007 OR10]* (dwarf planet)Haumea* (dwarf planet)Makemake (dwarf planet)Pluto+ (dwarf planet)Eris (dwarf planet)Mercury (terrestrial planet)Mars (terrestrial planet)Venus (terrestrial planet)Earth (terrestrial planet)Neptune (ice giant)Uranus (ice giant)Saturn (gas giant)Jupiter (gas giant)*There is a slight discrepancy as to how Haumea ought to be measured, due to its unusual shape. This makes it slightly unclear as to which is considered larger between Haumea and "Snow White."+Binary planet

Orcus?

A dwarf planet in the Kuiper belt with a diameter of 870 to 960 km, similar in size to Ceres. It has a large moon named Vanth. Its surface is relatively bright with an albedo reaching 23 percent, neutral in color and rich in water ice. Orcus was discovered in 2004 by American astronomers.

What is Pluto the dwarf planet an example of?

Pluto the dwarf planet is an example of of a dwarf planet.

Why is mercury a dwarf- planet?

Mercury is not a dwarf planet. It is a planet.

What type of planet is dwarf planet?

dwarf is a dwarf planet because it is to small to be in the solar system.,

What is the other name of 134340?

The dwarf planet Pluto.The dwarf planet Pluto.The dwarf planet Pluto.The dwarf planet Pluto.

Is Pluto still a planet or dwarf planet?

Its still a dwarf planet

Which planet is referred to as a dwarf planet?

Pluto is referred to as dwarf planet.

Is Ceres a gas dwarf planet?

Ceres is a dwarf planet. There is no such thing as a gas dwarf planet - Yet!

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