planet vs. dwarf planet

Question 1

whats the difference between a planet and a dwarf planet

Answer 1

Planets
To be considered a planet, a celestial object must:
Be in orbit around a star
Have enough mass to be pulled into a stable sphere shape by gravity Dominate its orbit

Dwarf Planets

A celestial object that orbits the sun but does not dominate its orbit.

3. Dominate its orbit