On August 24th, Pluto has demoded as a dwarf planet. Based on votes by astronomers all around the world, Pluto is not considered a Planet anymore.
Discovered in 1930, the planet was estimated to be similar in size to Earth, but nowadays it is known that Pluto is smaller than our Moon. In fact, there are thousands of planetary objects similar to it. This discovery change the way our children’s next generation learning: Now they will know about only eight planets, including ours.
However, the decision is being dividing scientists and people worldwide because one thing: Only 10% of the Astronomers has voted. The division make some admirers of the planet creating its own special date; on March 13th is now celebrating the “Pluto’s Day”.
The decision
Discovered in 1930, the planet was estimated to be similar in size to Earth, but nowadays it is known that Pluto is smaller than our Moon. In fact, there are thousands of planetary objects similar to it. This discovery change the way our children’s next generation learning: Now they will know about only eight planets, including ours.
However, the decision is being dividing scientists and people worldwide because one thing: Only 10% of the Astronomers has voted. The division make some admirers of the planet creating its own special date; on March 13th is now celebrating the “Pluto’s Day”.
The decision