planedos

Planedos, also known as planetoids, are small celestial bodies that orbit the Sun. They are distinct from planets and dwarf planets, which are larger and have more significant gravitational influence. Planedos are typically found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter, but they can also be found in other regions of the solar system, such as the Kuiper Belt and the scattered disc.

The term "planedos" was coined by astronomers to describe these small bodies, which are often irregular in shape and have a variety of compositions, including rock, metal, and ice. They range in size from a few meters to hundreds of kilometers in diameter. Some planedos are known to have moons or even rings, similar to larger planets.

Planedos are of interest to scientists for several reasons. They can provide insights into the early solar system, as they are remnants of the material that formed the planets. Additionally, some planedos, particularly those in the outer solar system, may contain volatile substances like water ice, which could be valuable for future space exploration.

The study of planedos is ongoing, with new discoveries being made regularly as technology advances. As of now, the International Astronomical Union (IAU) does not have a formal definition for planedos, but they are generally recognized as a distinct category of small solar system bodies.