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Pluto
Once considered the ninth planet, Pluto has five known moons and is mainly made of ice and rock. Its elliptical orbit takes it 29.7 to 49.3 AU away from the Sun.
Makemake
Makemake is the second-brightest object in the Kuiper belt as seen from Earth. It orbits the Sun at a distance of 38.5 to 52.8 AU and has one known satellite.
Ceres
Ceres is the only dwarf planet located in the asteroid belt and is the closest dwarf planet to the Sun. Its orbit lies between 2.5 and 3 AU from the Sun.
Eris
Eris is one of the largest known dwarf planets in our solar system, and it's more massive than Pluto. It orbits the Sun at a distance ranging from 37.8 to 97.6 AU.
Haumea
Haumea is known for its elongated shape and rapid rotation. It has two known moons and orbits the Sun at a distance of about 35 to 51 AU.
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