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hbsimmons88

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on: Jul 27, 2018
Why don't we see very many low-mass exoplanets?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Most astronomers now regard Pluto as the largest ________, and NOT a planet.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


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Reply #1 on: Jul 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

This is an example of selection bias. Our detection methods are more sensitive the larger the planet.

Answer to Question 2

Kuiper Belt Object, or KBO


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Reply #2 on: Jul 27, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 27, 2018
Always glad to help...


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