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What proves that Pluto is not a gaseous planet?

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Simple observation proves (and has always proven) that Pluto is not a gaseous planet. Just knowing Pluto's diameter is proof: No gaseous planet can be that small because there wouldn't be enough gravity to hold the gas into a ball shape.

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