* Makemake orbits the Sun: Like all planets and dwarf planets, Makemake's distance from Earth constantly changes as it moves in its elliptical orbit.
* Earth also orbits the Sun: Our planet's position relative to Makemake is always shifting.
Instead of a fixed distance, we can talk about the range of distances:
* Average distance: Makemake's average distance from the Sun is about 45.79 astronomical units (AU).
* 1 AU is roughly 93 million miles (150 million km).
* So, Makemake's average distance from the Sun is about 4.27 billion miles (6.87 billion km).
* However, its closest approach to Earth could be less than this, and its furthest distance would be significantly greater.
To find the current distance between Makemake and Earth, you can use online resources like:
* NASA's HORIZONS system: This provides precise orbital data for celestial bodies.
* JPL's Small-Body Database: Another source for detailed orbital information.
Let me know if you'd like to find the current distance between Makemake and Earth.
