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Not really. In 2005 scientists discovered a new object object similar to Pluto orbiting farther out. This new object, later named Eris, was discussed as a potential tenth planet, but the discovery of several more similar objects called into question what qualified as a planet. In 2006 the International Astronomical Union developed a definition for a planet. Neither Pluto nor the newly discovered objects made the cut.

More recently, in 2015, scientists have discovered evidence that a large planet may be disturbing the orbits of smaller objects in the outermost reaches of the solar system. So far there is no solid evidence that such a planet exists.

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Can Pluto be a planet or not why?

Pluto is no longer classified as a planet by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) because it did not meet the criteria set for a celestial body to be considered a planet. Instead, it is classified as a dwarf planet due to its small size and orbital characteristics.


Is Pluto still in the solar system?

Yes, it still exists. The only thing that happened to it was it got renamed. It used to be called a planet, now it's a dwarf planet. Nothing about Pluto itself changed, just our word for it.yes


Why did scientist find it difficult to decide Pluto should be classified?

Scientists found it difficult to classify Pluto because it exhibited characteristics of both planets and smaller celestial bodies like asteroids. While Pluto orbits the Sun and has a spherical shape, it also shares its orbital zone with other objects in the Kuiper Belt. The debate intensified in 2006 when the International Astronomical Union established a formal definition of a planet, which Pluto did not meet due to its inability to clear its orbit. This led to its reclassification as a "dwarf planet," sparking ongoing discussions about the criteria used for planetary classification.


Find some evidence that you think shows that Pluto should or should not be classed as a planet?

One piece of evidence supporting Pluto being considered a planet is its spherical shape and orbit around the Sun. However, its classification as a planet has been debated due to its small size, sharing its orbit with other objects, and not being able to clear its orbit of debris like other planets.


Why is Pluto a sub planet?

it has a moon and only planets have moonsit is definitely not a planet for a couple of reasons.It's planetry orbit crosses Neptunes orbit which means it does not qualify as a planet.It's way too small to be a planet, unlike most other planets which are spherical and a lot bigger.scientists have therefore classified it as an dwarf planet.

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What planet is no matter how hard you look you cant find me?

That is Pluto. Since Pluto is a dwarf planet you can't find it, because it is so small.


Which planet is hard to find and is a dwarf planet?

That planet, a dwarf, is called Pluto.


What technology was used to find out Pluto is not a planet?

telescopes


Why was Pluto decided to be a dwarf planet at last?

it's because that they were asteroids that was bigger then Pluto so it was hard to find out which is Pluto and which are the asteroids


What year did scientists find out that Pluto was a dwarf planet?

2006


When did we find out that Pluto isn't a planet?

We didn't exactly "find out" that Pluto isn't a planet. In 2005, astronomers discovered several Pluto-like objects orbiting farther out. These discoveries raised the question of what could be considered a planet. At the time, there was no formal definition of what was a planet and what wasn't. After much debate, the International Astronomical Union created a formal definition in 2006. Pluto fell short of the criteria needed.


Can Pluto be a planet or not why?

Pluto is no longer classified as a planet by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) because it did not meet the criteria set for a celestial body to be considered a planet. Instead, it is classified as a dwarf planet due to its small size and orbital characteristics.


Do astronomers often consider Pluto and Charon a double planet?

No, because Pluto has been reclassified as a dwarf planet. Dwarf planets are not planets, despite the confusing term. Before Pluto was reclassified as a dwarf planet, sometimes the Pluto-Charon system was thought of as a double planet, so you can sometimes find that in outdated but authoritative-seeming references.


Who found planet Charon and when did they find it?

The is no planet Charon. Charon is a moon of the dwarf planet Pluto. Charon was discovered by James Christy in 1978.


Where can you find pictures of the planet Pluto?

Most images show just a dot. See link.


Why is it so difficult to find out information about Pluto?

because it is a dwarf planet and it is too far from the earh


Is Pluto still in the solar system?

Yes, it still exists. The only thing that happened to it was it got renamed. It used to be called a planet, now it's a dwarf planet. Nothing about Pluto itself changed, just our word for it.yes