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What is true about Pluto it has a tilted orbit compared to the planets?

Pluto's orbit is indeed tilted compared to the orbits of the eight major planets in our solar system. Its orbital inclination is about 17 degrees relative to the plane of the solar system, known as the ecliptic. This significant tilt, along with its highly elliptical and eccentric orbit, causes Pluto to have a unique relationship with the other planets, leading to periods where it can be closer to the Sun than Neptune. Additionally, Pluto's orbit is also inclined in such a way that it doesn't cross Neptune's orbit, allowing for gravitational stability between the two bodies.


Does Pluto orbit in the ecliptic plane?

No, Pluto's orbit is inclined relative to the ecliptic plane by about 17 degrees. This means that Pluto's path around the Sun is tilted compared to the orbits of the major planets in our solar system.


Does Pluto orbit the sun?

Yes, Pluto does orbit the Sun. It follows an elliptical orbit, much like the other planets in our solar system, albeit with a more elongated and tilted path due to its unique orbit.


What Else is unusual about Pluto besides it size?

Pluto orbits the sun on a different and inclined plane compared to the rest of the planets in our solar system. It is also no longer considered a planet because of its size, different orbit and composition.


Has a tilted orbit compared to the planets?

Yes, several celestial bodies in our solar system have tilted orbits compared to the planets. For instance, Pluto's orbit is significantly tilted at an angle of about 17 degrees relative to the plane of the solar system, known as the ecliptic. Other objects, particularly many trans-Neptunian objects and some comets, also exhibit tilted orbits. These variations can result from gravitational interactions, collisions, or the influence of nearby massive bodies.

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Which have the most elliptical and tilted orbits?

Pluto and Eris have the most elliptical and tilted orbits among the known dwarf planets. Pluto's orbit is highly elliptical and tilted compared to the eight planets in our solar system. Eris also has a very elliptical orbit and is tilted at a steep angle.


What is true about Pluto -Pluto orbits is the third longest- Pluto is considered a terrestrial planet- Pluto does not rotate around its axis or Pluto has a tilted orbit?

Pluto has a tilted orbit (compared with the average plane of the orbits of the other planets). Also, Pluto would be considered a "terrestrial planet", but it is not now defined as a planet. It's just called a "dwarf planet" now.


Does Pluto orbit in the ecliptic plane?

No, Pluto's orbit is inclined relative to the ecliptic plane by about 17 degrees. This means that Pluto's path around the Sun is tilted compared to the orbits of the major planets in our solar system.


Which planet has an orbit that is not in the same plane as all the other planets?

There isn't one. They all orbit in roughly the same plane. Pluto orbits in a different plane, but that's not classed as a planet now, of course.


Which planet has an orbit that takes it far out of the plane of the ecliptic?

Pluto has an orbit that is inclined over 17 degrees relative to the plane of the ecliptic, taking it far out of this plane. This means Pluto's orbit is tilted compared to the orbits of the other planets in our solar system.


Does Pluto orbit the sun?

Yes, Pluto does orbit the Sun. It follows an elliptical orbit, much like the other planets in our solar system, albeit with a more elongated and tilted path due to its unique orbit.


What Else is unusual about Pluto besides it size?

Pluto orbits the sun on a different and inclined plane compared to the rest of the planets in our solar system. It is also no longer considered a planet because of its size, different orbit and composition.


How does Pluto orbit the sun?

Pluto doesn't orbit the sun. it cant because a bunch of other icy planets are in the way. Pluto belongs to a different belt which i forget it's name :) that's why Pluto isn't classified as a planted anymore (as of 2008)


How does Pluto orbit?

Pluto orbits the Sun in a slightly tilted and elongated elliptical path. It takes about 248 Earth years to complete one orbit around the Sun. Its orbit is also more eccentric compared to the other planets in our solar system.


What type of orbit does Uranus have?

uranus has an elliptical orbit, as do all the planets. interesting fact, due to it's long narrow orbit, Pluto is sometimes closer to the sun than neptune.


Is Uranus' orbit unusual compared to other planets in the solar system?

Yes, Uranus' orbit is unusual compared to other planets in the solar system because it is tilted on its side, causing it to rotate almost perpendicular to its orbit around the sun.


What does Pluto not have that planets do?

Pluto does not have an orbit clear of asteroids and debris. Planets do.