Lists of minor planets by number
= Lists of minor planets by number
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Lists of minor planets by number refer to an organized collection or catalog of minor planets (also known as asteroids) that have been assigned a numerical designation based on their order of discovery. The Minor Planet Center (MPC), which is affiliated with the International Astronomical Union (IAU), is responsible for tracking and cataloging these objects.