Pluto got dumped from its status as a planet a few years ago and is now called a “dwarf” planet. However, despite suffering rejection, this planet has heart — a big heart-shaped region known as Tombaugh Regio. Science reporter Danielle Venton tells listeners all about what this region does for the planet.

<p>Pluto got dumped from its status as a planet a few years ago and is now called a &ldquo;dwarf&rdquo; planet. However, despite suffering rejection, this planet has heart &mdash; a big heart-shaped region known as Tombaugh Regio. Science reporter Danielle Venton tells listeners all about what this region does for the planet.</p>

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<p>KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.</p>