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From 1979 to 1999 Pluto was closer to the sun than?
From 1979 to 1999, Pluto was closer to the Sun than Neptune, making Pluto the eighth planet from the Sun during that time frame.
When Pluto was considered a planet why was neptune the farthest planet from the sun from 1979 to 1999?
Neptune's orbit is more elliptical than Pluto's, causing their orbits to sometimes intersect. From 1979 to 1999, Neptune's elliptical orbit brought it closer to the sun than Pluto, making Neptune the farthest planet from the sun during that time.
Which dwarf planet is closer than Neptune 10 percent of the time?
Neptune is always the outermost planet. For about 10% of the time the dwarf planet Pluto crosses inside of Neptune's orbit.
What is the farthest planet from the sun at certain times?
The farthest planet from the sun depends on their positions in their respective orbits. Generally, Neptune is the farthest planet in our solar system, but due to the elliptical nature of their orbits, Pluto can sometimes be farther from the sun than Neptune.
What planets switch places in planet order?
No normal planets actually switch orbits the way that Janus and Epimethius (Saturn moons) do in a co-orbit. Some Dwarf Planets sometimes are closer or farther from the sun than other kindred Dwarf Planets depending on their locations along their orbits. Pluto is sometimes closer to the sun than Neptune. Haumea is usually further from the sun than Pluto but sometimes is closer. Makemake has the same relationship with Haumea. Eris is usually the farthest but sometimes in its elliptical orbit is closer to the sun than Haumea.
From 1979 to 1999 Pluto was closer to the sun than?
From 1979 to 1999, Pluto was closer to the Sun than Neptune, making Pluto the eighth planet from the Sun during that time frame.
Why was Pluto closer to the sun then Neptune?
Pluto's orbit is more elliptical than Neptune's and at times it can come closer to the sun than Neptune. However, overall, Neptune is much closer to the sun in its average distance from the sun compared to Pluto.
Is Pluto or Neptune closer to Earth?
Neptune is closer to the sun but because of Pluto's elliptical orbit, Neptune is farther away form the sun for 20 years. Neptune is closer to the sun but because of Pluto's elliptical orbit, Neptune is farther away form the sun for 20 years.
When is the next year that Pluto with be closer to the sun than Neptune?
In about 2227 A.D., their orbits will cross and Pluto will be closer to the sun for 20 years. Then, the orbits will cross again and Neptune will be closer for 228 years.
What planet sometimes crosses the orbital path of Neptune.?
Pluto is sometimes closer to the Sun than Neptune.
Is Pluto the coldest planet even though its a dwarf planet?
Although Pluto is colder than Neptune (our coldest planet), Eris is both larger and colder than Pluto. Eris is quite a bit further from our sun than Pluto, whereas Pluto is sometimes closer than Neptune. Even when Pluto is closer to the sun, it still doesn't get warmer than Neptune, as Neptune possesses a small amount of internally generated heat.
Is Pluto sometimes closer to the Sun than Neptune?
Yes, Pluto is closer to the Sun than Neptune for a ~20 year period every 228 years. The last time it was closer to the Sun than Neptune was 1979. This happens because Pluto has an eccentric orbit that is also highly inclined, Pluto's size\mass is not directly involved in this process in any way.
Why is Pluto not always the most distant planet in the solar system?
Pluto's highly elliptical orbit sometimes brings it closer to the sun than Neptune. Though it should be noted that since Pluto is no longer considered a planet, the furthest planet from the sun is Neptune.
When Pluto was considered a planet why was neptune the farthest planet from the sun from 1979 to 1999?
Neptune's orbit is more elliptical than Pluto's, causing their orbits to sometimes intersect. From 1979 to 1999, Neptune's elliptical orbit brought it closer to the sun than Pluto, making Neptune the farthest planet from the sun during that time.
Is Pluto or Uranus closer to the sun?
Uranus is closer to the sun than Pluto. Uranus is the seventh planet from the sun, while Pluto is considered a dwarf planet and orbits beyond Neptune in the Kuiper Belt.
Between 1979 and 1999 Pluto was closer to the sun then what planet?
t can change it isn't always exatly the same at least I don't think so
Is Saturn the closest planet to Neptune?
No. It is Pluto. Pluto sometimes passes the orbit of Neptune to be closer to the Sun.
