EPISODE · Feb 18, 2025 · 4 MIN
Feb. 18, 1930: The Little Planet That Could: The Discovery of Pluto
from The Daily Hit · host The Daily Hit
On February 18, 1930, a young astronomer named Clyde Tombaugh made an extraordinary discovery: Pluto. It was hailed as the ninth planet in our solar system, a triumph of perseverance and ingenuity. But as science evolved, so did Pluto’s identity. Today, we’re telling the story of Pluto’s discovery, its meteoric rise to fame, and its fall from planetary grace. Visit our website for more information and source material: https://thedailyhitpodcast.com/ Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedailyhitpodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedailyhitpodcastX (Twitter): https://x.com/thedailyhitpod
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On February 18, 1930, a young astronomer named Clyde Tombaugh made an extraordinary discovery: Pluto. It was hailed as the ninth planet in our solar system, a triumph of perseverance and ingenuity. But as science evolved, so did Pluto’s identity. Today, we’re telling the story of Pluto’s discovery, its meteoric rise to fame, and its fall from planetary grace. Visit our website for more information and source material: https://thedailyhitpodcast.com/ Follow us! Instagram: https://ww...
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Feb. 18, 1930: The Little Planet That Could: The Discovery of Pluto
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