Xploration Outer Space: What Makes a Planet?
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This episode explains why Pluto is no longer considered a planet and why some scientists believe there is another planet in the solar system that hasn't been discovered yet. Host Emily Calandrelli looks at many objects that, regardless of definition, look like new and fascinating planets. Part of the "Xploration Outer Space" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 22 minutes 19 seconds
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Astronomy, Space Sciences
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
- Release Year: 2016
- Producer/Distributor: Steve Rotfeld Productions
- Series: Xploration Outer Space
- Voicer: Roy Samuelson
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