The article rightfully notes that the supposed ninth planet has its critics, but their criticisms are buried under a sensationalist opening paragraph. There isn't much evidence for the presence of...
The article rightfully notes that the supposed ninth planet has its critics, but their criticisms are buried under a sensationalist opening paragraph. There isn't much evidence for the presence of a new planet, and it's instead one potential explanation to various gravitational anomalies. We shouldn't jump to conclusions until there's enough evidence to substantiate such a bold claim, especially in light of other theories--one having been mentioned only a few paragraphs in. Stating that "astronomers wish to add a new ninth planet" is pretty disingenuous.
The article rightfully notes that the supposed ninth planet has its critics, but their criticisms are buried under a sensationalist opening paragraph. There isn't much evidence for the presence of a new planet, and it's instead one potential explanation to various gravitational anomalies. We shouldn't jump to conclusions until there's enough evidence to substantiate such a bold claim, especially in light of other theories--one having been mentioned only a few paragraphs in. Stating that "astronomers wish to add a new ninth planet" is pretty disingenuous.
PLANET X finally! Those outdated text books from HS are finally going to be proven correct!!!
I think Pluto's demotion makes this a Planet IX :(
I'll just never get over that I don't think