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It’s Been 20 Years Since Astronomers Decided Pluto Isn’t a Planet
Twenty years ago, in August 2006, the International Astronomical Union voted to reclassify Pluto, removing its status as the ninth planet in the solar system.
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Twenty years ago, in August 2006, the International Astronomical Union voted to reclassify Pluto, removing its status as the ninth planet in the solar system. The decision was based on a specific criterion used by the IAU to define planets, though opinions on the reasoning vary. Pluto remains known for its demotion, a change that continues to generate discussion about planetary classification.
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