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Pluto is not classed as a planet because it is too small

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Is Pluto classed as a real planet?

No, Pluto is no longer classified as a planet. In 2006, the International Astronomical Union redefined what constitutes a planet and Pluto failed to meet one of the criteria, which is to clear its orbit of other debris. As a result, it was reclassified as a dwarf planet.


How many years has Pluto been considered a dwarf planet?

As of 2013, Pluto has been classed as a dwarf planet for 7 years.


Why istn Pluto consider a planet anymore?

Because it is not big enough. It is classed as a dwarf planet.


What used to be called a planet but it's not now?

There is debate over whether or not Pluto should be classed as a planet or not.


What is the cooldest panet?

Pluto The answer is in fact Neptune because Pluto is no longer classed as a "planet." Neptune is the furthest planet away from the sun therefore the coldest. :P


Evidence on why should Pluto not be classed as a planet?

because pulto travels round the solar sytem and its a dead planet !


How many planets are there in your solar syetem?

9 but also classed as 8 as Pluto is a dwarf planet:)


Is neptune the only planet found by prediction?

Yes, that is true. Pluto was found in a similar way, but it's not classed as a planet now.


How many years does a dwarf planet apear?

As of 2013, Pluto has been classed as a dwarf planet for 7 years.


What is the 1 2 and 3 planet from the sun?

Sun: Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto (though Pluto has been demoted and is no longer classed as a planet).


What is the tenth planet that was found in 2005?

That is ERIS.Now it's classed as a dwarf planet, like Pluto. So, there are now just 8 planets.


Why was Pluto eliminated from the planet list?

It was regarded by scientists as being "too small" to be classed as a planet. So they put it into the category of Dwarf Planets.