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The Real Reality Show: Is Pluto a Planet?

With the recent New Horizons flyby, it's time to reassess the distant world's planetary status.
By Astronomy Staff | Published: August 3, 2015
For the latest on the New Horizons mission and Pluto, check out Astronomy.com’s special Year of Pluto coverage.

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