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Dwarf Planet Pluto
A dwarf planet that was the 9th planet from the Sun in our solar system until 2006 when it was determined it did not satisfy the requirements of being a planet.
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Pluto was originally classified as the ninth planet in our solar system in 1930 but was reclassified as a dwarf planet by the International Astronomical Union in 2006. It has five known moons, with the largest moon, Charon, being about half the size of Pluto itself. Pluto's orbit is highly elliptical, meaning it is not a perfectly circular path around the Sun.
What is the average temperature on the surface of Pluto?
The average temperature on the surface of Pluto is around -375 degrees Fahrenheit (-225 degrees Celsius). Pluto is located very far from the sun, resulting in extremely cold temperatures on its surface.
Why Pluto is called a dwarf planet?
Pluto is considered a dwarf planet because it has not cleared its orbit of other debris, which is one of the criteria for being classified as a full planet. Additionally, its small size and location in the Kuiper Belt make it more similar to other objects in that region than to the eight recognized planets in our solar system.
What does the name Pluto mean?
Pluto is the name for the Greco-Roman god of the underworld. The name is Ancient Greek in origin meaning "wealthy one".
In astronomy Pluto was formerly considered the 9th planet in the solar system. Due to reclassification it is now considered to be a dwarf planet.
In astrology Pluto represents transformation, hidden motivations, the will, occult knowledge, mysteries of all types, power , destruction, sex, and death. In mundane astrology, the branch of astrology that deals with events of earth that affect humanity, it rules government and politics. It is considered to be the co-ruler of the zodiac sign Scorpio.
Compare the size of Pluto and Jupiter?
Jupiter is much larger than Pluto. Jupiter has a diameter over 11 times greater than that of Pluto and is significantly more massive. Pluto is considered a dwarf planet and is much smaller compared to Jupiter.
Does Pluto have a magnetic field?
No, Pluto does not have a global magnetic field. This is in contrast to planets like Earth, which do have magnetic fields generated by their cores. Without a global magnetic field, Pluto is not able to deflect solar winds or create auroras like planets with magnetic fields can.
What myths or legends does Pluto have?
Pluto's late discovery precludes a historic or folk tradition. Ancient peoples were unaware that it existed. The planet was named after the Roman god of the dead, the underworld, and the outer regions. Pluto was the son of Saturn, grandson of Uranus, and brother of Jupiter and Neptune. Mortals generally viewed him with dread.
What is the approximate period of revolution for Pluto?
A year on Pluto is 247.92 Earth years, or 90,553 Earth days, one day on Pluto is equivilant to 6.387 earth days, or 153.3 hours.
Are they going to blow up Pluto?
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More InformationDavid A. Galbraith, M.D., a consulting physician with ChemRisk, delivers an assessment of the recent reports on high fructose corn syrup and mercury.
Independent Testing Found No Quantifiable Mercury - Review by Duke University Medical Center
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High Fructose Corn Syrup & Mercury
Independent TestingFound No Quantifiable Mercury -
Review by Duke University Medical Center
Woodhall Stopford, MD, MSPH, of Duke University Medical Center, one of the nation's leading experts in mercury contamination, reviewed the results of total mercury testing of samples of high fructose corn syrup conducted by Eurofins Central Analytical Laboratory (Metairie, LA) in February and March 2009. Dr. Stopford concluded:
- No quantifiable mercury was detected in any of the samples analyzed.
- High fructose corn syrup does not appear to be a measureable contributor to mercury in foods.
In his summary of findings, Dr. Stopford stated, "Mercury is ubiquitous in the environment being generated both by man-made activities (such as coal-fired power plants) and by natural phenomenon (such as volcanoes). Mercury is found naturally in all living things, including all categories of foods and beverages. Levels in foods and beverages have dropped significantly in the last 40 years. The introduction of high fructose corn syrup as a sweetener has not been associated with any noticeable difference in mercury levels in foods and beverages containing high fructose corn syrup. Levels of mercury found in such foods and beverages are what would be expected from mercury found normally in such foods and beverages and are at background levels."
To view Dr. Stopford's analysis and conclusions, please see: http://duketox.mc.duke.edu/HFCS%20test%20results4.doc.
Tests Find No Quantifiable Mercury Levels in High Fructose Corn SyrupWASHINGTON, DC - Manufacturers of high fructose corn syrup in the United States and Canada commissioned independent testing and expert review following a recent report alleging mercury findings in high fructose corn syrup. No quantifiable levels of mercury were found according to the independent lab Eurofins Central Analytical Laboratory, whose work and results were reviewed by Woodhall Stopford, MD, MSPH, of Duke University Medical Center, one of the nation's leading experts in mercury contamination.
"The American public can rest assured that high fructose corn syrup is safe. Safety is the highest priority for our industry, which is why we immediately commissioned external testing as well as independent expert review of claims concerning mercury and our corn sweetener. No quantifiable levels of mercury were found in high fructose corn syrup," said Audrae Erickson, president, Corn Refiners Association.
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Expert Assessment: HFCS Mercury Study Flawed and MisleadingSAN FRANCISCO - ChemRisk, a leading scientific consulting firm, was asked by the Corn Refiners Association (CRA) to examine the recent publication by Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy (IATP), "Not So Sweet: Missing Mercury and High Fructose Corn Syrup," and the Environmental Health journal publication "Mercury from chlor-alkali plants: measured concentrations in food product sugar," by Dufault et al, 2009, and to offer our comments and analysis.
In summary we found:
- The IATP report and Environmental Health article it references fall well below standards for proper scientific research and published literature.
- The authors of both publications provide incomplete data and misleading conclusions.
- Methods described by the authors deviate from standard procedure in testing for mercury.
- The authors ignore important distinctions between organic and other forms of mercury and their implications for assessing human health risk.
- Even if it were assumed that the mercury content found in the extremely limited sampling of foods and beverages was representative, the amounts are far lower than levels of concern set by government agencies.
- The authors assume that the total mercury they detected in a questionably small sampling of consumer foods is primarily the result of high fructose corn syrup; an assumption that has not been proerly tested or validated. The recipes for the items studied may have had multiple sources of potential contamination.
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Pluto is classified as a dwarf planet within our solar system since it was reclassified from a full planet in 2006. It is located in the Kuiper Belt, a region of icy bodies beyond Neptune.
How many Plutos can fit in the Sun?
Approximately 1.3 million Earths could fit inside the Sun, so the number of Plutos that could fit inside the Sun would be significantly higher. To calculate the exact number of Plutos, the volume of Pluto would need to be compared to the volume of the Sun, taking into account their sizes.
How do you describe the surface of Pluto?
Scientists believe that the surface of Pluto is color Pink.
This is because Pluto's surface is very cold, it turned into pink
It has also been confirmed by Hubble Space Telescope.
Does seasonal temperatures exist on Pluto?
Yes, the seasons are caused by the elliptical nature of Pluto's orbit round the sun. In the summer period when Pluto is nearest the sun it develops an atmosphere which freezes out as it moves further away. At present (2008) Pluto has an atmosphere, it is 2/3 of its way through in its warm season and the probe launched to it has an objective of studying its atmosphere.
NO! it is in space and if you do not have no space helmet on you will freeze and have no oxegen so ....... YOU WILL DIE!
if you go to the space you see
What makes the planet Pluto special?
The planet Pluto may be considered because it's the smallest and farthest from the sun.
However, in actuality, Pluto is no longer a major planet and nor is it called Pluto. On 24 August 2006 the International Astronomical Union defined the term "planet" for the first time, and this definition excluded Pluto. The IAU reclassified Pluto within a new category of dwarf planets. After the reclassification, Pluto was added to the list of minor planets and given the number 134340.
Where can you find Pluto from the night sky on Earth?
Well it depends of where you are positioned and the date and time of course, for example if you are in Merida Yucatan MX, you can see it with a medium telescope in the nigth sky seeing to the south between Jupiter and the Moon, let's say a little more to the west.
Pluto was not found by accident. Scientists saw that Neptune did not always move in orbit as it should. Something was pulling it. So, scientists searched for a ninth planet for decades.
Clyde Tombaugh found Pluto in 1930 after nearly a year of examining photographs with a blink comparator which rapidly shifts between two images alowing the observer to see differences in the (astronomical) images as blinking dots.
How many days in 1 year has Pluto?
90,580.0653 earth days
there are 90,472 days in a year on pluto
What are the difficulties of a manned mission to Pluto?
One of the first concerns is that it's just so far away. We haven't even been to Mars yet, nor have we even got an unmanned probe to Pluto (yet; there's one on the way). Also, any time an astronaut goes into space, they are bombarded with high energy radiation, that over a long flight to Pluto would kill you.
It seems there is no general consensus about the exact definition of "Jovian planets." Depending on the definition used, Neptune is, or is not, a "Jovian planet"; as explained on Wikipedia: "Giant planets are also sometimes called jovian planets, after Jupiter. They are also sometimes known as gas giants. However, many astronomers apply the latter term only to Jupiter and Saturn, classifying Uranus and Neptune, which have different compositions, as ice giants. ..."
How long would it take to get to Pluto if you flew in a jet?
Pluto is closest to earth's orbit when it's 4,436,824,613 km from the sun. Earth is farthest from the sun when it's about 152,097,701 km out. That leaves a difference of about 4,284,726,913 km. There is an additional problem. Both planets are moving, so setting a straight course to Pluto from earth doesn't mean that the planetary body will be there when you arrive. But let's just calculate as if it will be. If the jet was the fastest manned jet ever, the SR-71 Blackbird, and flew at 3,500 km/hour, it'd take about 139 years and 9 months.
What is plutos most interesting moon?
Pluto's most interesting moon is Charon. It is particularly fascinating because of its large size in comparison to Pluto and its close orbit, which causes both Pluto and Charon to orbit a common center of mass located outside of either celestial body. Additionally, Charon's surface features, such as canyons and impact craters, provide valuable insights into the moon's geological history.
How long does it take light to get from one edge of Pluto's orbit to the other?
The long axis of Pluto's orbit is 11.8 billion km (79 AU), so the two farthest points in its orbit are 655 light-minutes (10.9 light-hours) apart.
