New Study: Pluto's Atmosphere: Hazy with Signs of Thinning 0 ▲ LaurelsPlutoBlog 1 hour ago · Science · hide · 0 comments In this latest study published in the Planetary Science Journal, researchers measure a thinning of Pluto's atmosphere as it recedes from the Sun. Whether the atmosphere completely freezes out as Pluto approaches its aphelion (furthest point from the Sun) in 2114 remains unknown. No comments yet. Log in to reply on the Fediverse. Comments will appear here.