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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. A dwarf planet is defined as an object large enough to be spherical due to its gravity, and with an independent orbit around the sun (ie. not a satellite of a planet). A true planet has to dominate its orbit around the Sun. Pluto fails because it is one of many Kuiper Belt objects in the outer solar system. Pluto is composed of rock and ice and has many craters on its surface
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This print showcases the enigmatic dwarf planet Pluto, once considered a full-fledged member of our solar system's planetary family. However, in August 2006, it was demoted to the status of a dwarf planet due to its unique characteristics. The artwork beautifully captures the essence of this celestial body. Pluto is defined as a dwarf planet because it possesses sufficient mass and gravity to form a spherical shape but lacks dominance over its orbit around the Sun. Unlike true planets that reign supreme in their orbits, Pluto resides among numerous other Kuiper Belt objects in the outer reaches of our solar system. Composed of rock and ice, Pluto's surface is adorned with countless craters that bear witness to its tumultuous history. This mesmerizing illustration offers us an opportunity to marvel at the wonders hidden within our vast universe. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of humanity's insatiable curiosity about space and our continuous quest for knowledge. It serves as a reminder that even though classifications may change and scientific understanding evolves, there will always be mysteries waiting to be unraveled beyond Earth's boundaries. This remarkable piece from Science Photo Library invites us on an astronomical journey through time and space while igniting our imagination about what lies beyond the confines of our own world.
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