Wladimir Lyra notes that although 'planet' and 'dwarf planet' may sound similar, the comparison is like saying a pineapple is a type of apple - they are not the same at all.
The 2006 meeting of the International Astronomical Union aimed to define the word 'planet' in the solar system amidst the discovery of objects like Eris, Sedna, and Quaoar, provoking a debate.
The debate parallels discussions from the 1800s upon discovering Ceres, the largest object in the asteroid belt, remaining classified as a dwarf planet despite its significant mass compared to Pluto.
Pluto, being 14 times larger than Ceres, faced demotion challenging conventional perceptions of 'planet' status, reflecting a historical narrative highlighted by Ceres' ongoing classification.
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