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Scientists from around the world on Thursday approved a new definition of a planet, downgrading Pluto's status to leave just eight classical planets.
v Astronomers Lean Toward Eight Planets
Finally, astronomers could be homing in on a definition of the word planet. After a day of public bickering in Prague, followed by negotiations behind closed doors, the latest draft resolution was greeted with a broadly friendly reception.
v Chinese Astronomer Says Planet-increase Scheme Is a Compromise
The issue has aroused interest in China, which has been carrying out astronomical research for a thousand years.
v Astronomers Sharply Divided over New Planet Definition
The tally of planets was expected to eventually soar into the hundreds if the resolution was passed by a vote on Thursday, analysts say.
Planets
v 2003 UB313
v Asteroid Ceres
v Charon
v Pluto
v Neptune
v Uranus
v Saturn
v Jupiter
v Mercury
v Earth
v Mars
v Venus
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v Astronomers Lean Toward Eight Planets
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v Astronomers Sharply Divided over New Planet Definition
v New Planets Won't Affect Astrology
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