Pluto

Introduction

There has been a big debate about whether or not Pluto should be considered a planet!  In 2006, the International Astronomical Union (IAU) General Assembly voted to change the status of Pluto from a planet to a dwarf planet or "plutoid."

Do you agree with the IAU's decision to make pluto a dwarf planet?  Why or why not?

Task

Your tasks are:

  • Research the history of  the planet pluto, how it was discovered and how it got its name.  
  • Hold a Intergalactic debate with representatives of the solar system to decide if pluto should be a planet or a dwaft planet.
  • Create an infographic deplaying your findings.
  • Present your infographic to the class. 

Process

Read the 3 articles given about Pluto.