Plutoid Collection

Dwarf planets Ceres, Pluto, and Eris
In this image, from left to right, are the dwarf planets Ceres, Pluto, and Eris. Eris was discovered in 2003 and is now the largest of the known dwarf planets

Dwarf planets and their orbits, artwork
Dwarf planets and their orbits. Computer artwork showing six dwarf planets (across bottom) and their orbits around the Sun (centre)

Dwarf planets. Three dwarf planets in a row showing their comparative sizes. From left to right: Ceres, Pluto, and Eris. Pluto, a Kuiper object

New Horizons spacecraft approaches dwarf planet Pluto and its moon Charon
NASAs New Horizons unmanned spacecraft approaches dwarf planet Pluto and its moon Charon. New Horizons has been en route to Pluto since its launch from Earth in 2006

Pluton, its big moon Charon and the Polaris star

New Horizons spacecraft over dwarf planet Pluto and its moon Charon
NASAs New Horizons unmanned spacecraft over dwarf planet Pluto and its moon Charon. New Horizons has been en route to Pluto since its launch from Earth in 2006

New Horizons spacecraft flies by dwarf planet Pluto and its moon Charon
NASAs New Horizons unmanned spacecraft flies by dwarf planet Pluto and its moon Charon. New Horizons has been en route to Pluto since its launch from Earth in 2006

Artists concept of Pluto and its moon Charon
This rendering suggests how Pluto, on the right, might appear from a position high above its equator. Beyond Pluto and to the left is Plutos largest satellite Charon

An illustration of Makemake, a plutoid located in a region beyond Neptune
This illustration shows Makemake, a plutoid located in a region beyond Neptune that is populated with small Solar System bodies (often referred to as the transneptunian region)

Artists concept of the atmosphere on Pluto
Despite its small size and extreme distance from the Sun, Pluto does have an atmosphere. The atmosphere arises because there are periods when Pluto is closer to the Sun than Neptune

Artists concept of the Earth, Pluto, Charon, and Earths moon to scale (from left to right). Pluto has a diameter that is less than a fifth of the Earths and is smaller than Earths moon

Artists concept of Pluto. In 1985 it was discovered that Pluto has an atmosphere, albeit a very tenuous one. Plutos atmosphere arises only when it approaches closer to the Sun during its highly

Eris, artwork
Eris. Computer artwork of the dwarf planet Eris, formerly known as 2003 UB313 or Xena. Eris is the largest known dwarf planet

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"Exploring the Enigmatic Plutoid: Unveiling Dwarf Planets and their Mysterious Orbits" In the vast expanse of our solar system, a captivating group of celestial bodies known as dwarf planets have captured our curiosity. Among them, Pluto stands out as a prominent member, accompanied by its loyal moon Charon. As the New Horizons spacecraft embarks on an extraordinary journey towards this distant duo, we are granted unprecedented access to unraveling their secrets. Pluto, once classified as a planet but now redefined as a plutoid due to its unique characteristics, orbits in the far reaches of our solar system alongside other enigmatic dwarf planets like Ceres and Eris. These fascinating worlds challenge our understanding of planetary formation and evolution. As New Horizons approaches Pluto and Charon, it paints an awe-inspiring picture for us back on Earth – an artist's concept capturing their ethereal beauty against the backdrop of space. The grandeur of Pluton is magnified by its big moon Charon while both bask under the watchful gaze of Polaris star. But beyond Pluto lies another intriguing plutoid named Makemake. Nestled in a region beyond Neptune called Kuiper Belt, this distant world beckons us with its mysterious allure yet to be fully explored. The artists' renditions also offer glimpses into these celestial realms - showcasing not only Pluto's atmosphere but also presenting scale comparisons between Earth, Pluto, Charon, and even Earth's own moon. Such visualizations remind us how small we truly are in the cosmic tapestry. With each passing moment aboard New Horizons spacecraft speeding towards this uncharted territory, humanity inches closer to unlocking profound insights about these dwarf planets' origins and composition. As we eagerly await more discoveries from this groundbreaking mission that will forever reshape our understanding of these remote corners of space – let us marvel at the wonders that lie within reach yet remain shrouded in mystery.