Want to see Pluto's astronomical lovers, don't miss it tomorrow

According to Xinhua News Agency's astronomical popular science experts, on July 20, Pluto rushed to the sun. In a light -free environment, astronomical enthusiasts interested in my country can try to observe this mysterious planet that is rare on weekdays with a large -caliber astronomical telescope.

Yan Weiguo, executive vice chairman of the Tianjin Astronomical Society and an astronomical popular science expert, said that on August 24, 2006, the 26th conference of the International Astronomical Federation voted to vote for the final result of the definition of the planet of the solar system. According to this new planet definition, Pluto, one of the traditional "nine planets" as planets, is no longer included in the "dwarf planet". Although he was "downgraded", Pluto was still talked about by many astronomical enthusiasts. Every year, he did not forget to pay attention to where this "dwarf planet" went.

Pluto rushes to the sun, which means that Pluto runs to the earth and the sun is roughly line with the earth and the sun, and the earth happens to be a astronomical phenomenon between the sun and Pluto. "Pluto is the brightest when the position of the sun is rushing to the sun. At this time, it is generally an excellent time to observe it. During this day, Pluto's brightness is 14.3, which is located in the horses. A few days before 20 days, the sun falls every day. Pluto will rise from the Oriental Horizon, which can be seen almost all night. "Yan Weiguo said.

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