Dwarf Planet Collection (page 2)

Hubble Space Telescope images of Pluto
Pluto. Hubble Space Telescope (HST) images showing two hemispheres of Pluto, the smallest and outermost planet in the solar system

Manned mission to Charon, artwork
Manned mission to Charon. Artwork showing a manned rocket landing on Charon, the largest moon of the dwarf planet Pluto (upper left)

Asteroids Ceres and Vesta, scale artwork
Asteroids Ceres and Vesta, computer scale artwork. The asteroids (Ceres is the larger one) are seen against the south-eastern USA for scale. Florida is between them

Asteroid Ceres, artwork
Asteroid Ceres, computer artwork. This is the largest member of the asteroid belt, a large group of rocky and icy bodies orbiting in space between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter

Four largest asteroids, scale artwork
Four largest asteroids, computer scale artwork. The asteroids are seen against North America for scale. From left, from largest to smallest, they are: Ceres, Vesta, Pallas, and Hygiea

Ceres. Computer artwork of the dwarf planet Ceres, the largest object in the asteroid belt with a diameter of 950 kilometres

Sedna, Pluto and the Moon, computer artwork. Sedna (top) is one of the largest objects in the Kuiper Belt of the outer solar system

Pluto and its moons, artwork
Pluto is one of the lonely outriders of our Solar System. It is a dwarf planet, having a mass of about one-quarter of our Moon and a diameter of 2300 km

Pluto and Charon, artwork. Charon (left) is Plutos largest moon and is just over half the size of Pluto. Pluto, which used to be a planet, was demoted to the status of dwarf planet in August 2006

Plutos atmosphere, artwork. Pluto has a highly eccentric (non-circular) orbit. During periods when it is closest to the Sun the nitrogen and methane ices on its surface sublimate

Pluto, artwork
Pluto. Artwork of the dwarf planet Pluto. Pluto, which used to be a planet, was demoted to the status of dwarf planet in August 2006

Earth, Pluto and the Moon, artwork
Asteroid Ceres and Earth. Computer artwork showing the comparative sizes of the Earth (left), Ceres (middle) and the Moon (right)

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The solar system is a vast expanse of celestial bodies, with the sun at its center and planets orbiting around it. Among these planets are the well-known giants like Jupiter and Saturn, as well as our very own Earth. However, there exists another category of celestial objects called dwarf planets. One such dwarf planet is Eris (UB313), which captured scientists' attention due to its size and distance from the sun. In artwork depicting this enigmatic body, we can see its unique features that set it apart from traditional planets. In addition to Eris, other dwarf planets like Ceres also exist in our solar system. Through captivating artwork, we can visualize their presence alongside Earth and Moon. These illustrations showcase their distinct characteristics while highlighting their place within the grandeur of our cosmic neighborhood. Artwork portraying the entire solar system allows us to appreciate the intricate dance between all these celestial bodies. Dwarf planets occupy specific orbits within this vast expanse, each following its own path around the sun. The mesmerizing visuals bring forth a sense of awe for both their individuality and collective harmony. Further artistic renditions depict not only dwarf planet orbits but also those of other planetary bodies within our solar system. This comprehensive representation showcases how each object interacts with one another on an astronomical scale. Comparisons between different sizes become apparent when observing computer-generated images displaying relative dimensions of various planets in relation to one another. Such depictions emphasize just how diverse and fascinating our galactic companions truly are. Computer-generated artwork showcasing all known members of our solar system provides a breathtaking glimpse into this cosmic realm's complexity and beauty. Dwarf planets stand out amidst this visual symphony as intriguing entities deserving further exploration and understanding.