(dwarf) Planet fun fact of the day:

So we all know that Pluto isn't officially considered a planet anymore. But do you know exactly why? The three components of being a planet, as defined by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) is that a planet must... (1/3)

1) Orbit the sun...
2) Be massive enough to achieve hydrostatic equilibrium (basically be spherical enough)...
3) Must have "cleared its neighborhood", aka be gravitationally dominant in its surrounding area...

Pluto has not met the last criteria because the... (2/3)

Kuiper Belt, where it resides, is far from being cleared. This was a decision made in 2006, and ever since there has been numerous debates on the definition being outdated and much more.

My question for you all now: do you still think Pluto is a planet regardless? (3/3)