What is an Emulsion? In the world of cosmetics, âemulsionâ is a common term. Most lotions and creams are emulsions. Mix two fluids that usually donât mix together well and you have an emulsion. Think oil and water getting along happily. You can also think of mayonnaiseâvinegar water mixed with oil (usually soybean, but we recommend looking for alternatives) whipped into a creamy spread. How do they do it?
Why is Pluto no longer a planet? In August 2006 the International Astronomical Union (IAU) downgraded the status of Pluto to that of dwarf planet.. This means that from now on only the rocky worlds of the inner Solar System and the gas giants of the outer system will be designated as planets.
Then our Solar System would have 9 planets again. Even though Pluto is a dwarf planet, and no longer officially a planet, itâll still be a fascinating target for study. And thatâs why NASA has sent their New Horizons spacecraft off to visit it.New Horizons will reach Pluto in July 2015, and capture the first close-up images of the (dwarf) planetâs surface.hen our Solar System would have 9 planets again. Even though Pluto is a dwarf planet, and no longer officially a planet, itâll still be a fascinating target for study. And thatâs why NASA has sent their New Horizons spacecraft off to visit it.