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Triple J: Why is Pluto not a planet?

Video Triple J: Why is Pluto not a planet?

TLF ID M021086

Watch this clip and learn why Pluto was taken off the official list of planets. Dr Karl Kruszelnicki explains the three criteria that must be met before planets can be called planets. What are they?

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Year level

5; 6; 7; 8; 9; 10

Topics Universe Axial tilt Orbits Universe formation Earth rotation Pluto Earth Planets Solar System Daylight
Learning area
  • Science

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  • Name: Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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  • Name: Australian Broadcasting Corporation
  • Organization: Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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  • Address: AUSTRALIA
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