Pluto's status as the solar system's ninth planet became a relic of history Thursday when international astronomers meeting in the Czech Republic decided it was too small to remain a full member of the planetary club.
Members of the International Astronomical Union overwhelmingly voted to demote Pluto to a "dwarf planet." Though still retaining the term planet, it was clear that Pluto had been exiled.
Source: LA Times
-LB
1 comment:
I think Al Gore predicted this.
Mo
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