Former dwarf planet candidates
Former dwarf planet candidates refer to celestial bodies in the solar system that were considered for classification as dwarf planets but ultimately were not designated as such, either due to lack of sufficient evidence or because they did not meet all the criteria established by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) for dwarf planet status. To be classified as a dwarf planet, a celestial body must: 1. Orbit the Sun.
(119951) 2002 KX14
(119951) 2002 KX14 is a trans-Neptunian object, classified as a centaur or a scattered disc object. It was discovered in May 2002 and is part of a group of icy bodies located beyond the orbit of Neptune in the outer solar system. Due to its size and characteristics, it falls under the category of minor planets or asteroids. These types of objects can offer valuable insights into the early solar system and the formation of planetary bodies.
(119979) 2002 WC19
(119979) 2002 WC19 is an asteroid that belongs to the outer region of the asteroid belt. It was discovered on November 24, 2002. Like many asteroids in this belt, it orbits the Sun between Mars and Jupiter. The specific label "(119979)" is its provisional designation, indicating it has been assigned a number in the astronomical catalog of discovered asteroids.
(120132) 2003 FY128
The notation (120132) 2003 FY128 appears to be a reference to a specific number or identifier, but its exact meaning is not clear without additional context. It could represent a variety of things depending on the field it pertains to, such as a code for a product, a financial year designation, or even a specific document or case number. - **120132** might be a part number, client ID, or some other identifier.
(120348) 2004 TY364
(120348) 2004 TY364 is a trans-Neptunian object (TNO) located in the Kuiper Belt, a region of the Solar System beyond the orbit of Neptune that is populated with many small celestial bodies. It was discovered on October 6, 2004, and is classified as a scattered disk object, which means it has an orbit that is more eccentric and inclined compared to those of other Kuiper Belt objects.
(144897) 2004 UX10
(144897) 2004 UX10 is a near-Earth object (NEO) classified as an asteroid. Specifically, it is part of the Apollo group of asteroids, which are characterized by their orbits that cross Earth's orbit. Discovered in 2004, it is an example of a potentially hazardous asteroid due to its size and proximity to Earth's orbit.
(145451) 2005 RM43
(145451) 2005 RM43 is a numbered asteroid that belongs to the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. It was discovered in 2005 and classified as a member of the Hilda family of asteroids. These asteroids are characterized by their stable orbits that are located in a 3:2 resonance with Jupiter. Asteroids like (145451) 2005 RM43 provide valuable insights into the formation and evolution of our solar system.
(145452) 2005 RN43
(145452) 2005 RN43 is a minor planet or asteroid that is part of the asteroid belt in our solar system. It was discovered on September 8, 2005. Like other asteroids, it is composed of rock and metal and orbits the Sun. The designation "145452" refers to its number in the sequential list of discovered minor planets, while "2005 RN43" is its provisional designation, indicating it was discovered in the year 2005.
(145480) 2005 TB190
(145480) 2005 TB190 is a near-Earth object (NEO) that belongs to the category of asteroids. Specifically, it is classified as an Apollo asteroid, which means that its orbit crosses Earth's orbit. The object was discovered in 2005, as indicated by its designation. Like other NEOs, (145480) 2005 TB190 is of interest to astronomers and planetary scientists.
(15874) 1996 TL66
(15874) 1996 TL66 is an asteroid located in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. It was discovered on October 6, 1996, and assigned the provisional designation 1996 TL66. The number 15874 indicates that it is the 15,874th asteroid to be assigned a permanent number by the International Astronomical Union (IAU).
(202421) 2005 UQ513
(202421) 2005 UQ513 is designated as a trans-Neptunian object, specifically a centaur, that resides in the outer region of our solar system. It was discovered in 2005 and is part of a group of icy bodies that exist beyond the orbit of Neptune. Centaur objects typically exhibit characteristics of both asteroids and comets, and they are thought to be remnants from the early solar system.
(208996) 2003 AZ84
(208996) 2003 AZ84 is an asteroid that belongs to the Asteroid Belt, which is situated between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. It was discovered on January 12, 2003, as part of an ongoing survey of near-Earth objects and asteroids.
(230965) 2004 XA192
(230965) 2004 XA192 is an asteroid that is part of the asteroid belt located between Mars and Jupiter. It was discovered in 2004 and is classified as a near-Earth object (NEO) due to its orbit bringing it relatively close to Earth's path around the Sun.
(24835) 1995 SM55
(24835) 1995 SM55 is a numbered asteroid that is part of the main asteroid belt in our solar system. It was discovered on September 23, 1995, and is classified as an Apollo-type near-Earth asteroid, which means it has an orbit that brings it close to Earth's orbit. The asteroid is a subject of interest for astronomers and researchers due to its potential for studying the properties of asteroids and their orbits.
(26375) 1999 DE9
(26375) 1999 DE9 is an asteroid that is part of the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. It was discovered on February 23, 1999, and is classified as a Near-Earth Object (NEO). The object belongs to the Apollo group of asteroids, which are characterized by their orbits that cross Earth's orbit.
(278361) 2007 JJ43
(278361) 2007 JJ43 is an asteroid that is part of the asteroid belt located between Mars and Jupiter. It was discovered on May 8, 2007, and is classified as a member of the main belt asteroids. The designation "278361" refers to its specific catalog number, while "2007 JJ43" is the provisional designation given upon its discovery. Like many asteroids, it provides valuable information about the early solar system and the formation of planetary bodies.
(303775) 2005 QU182
(303775) 2005 QU182 is a minor planet located in the outer region of the solar system, specifically classified as a centaur. Centaurs are small celestial bodies that have characteristics of both asteroids and comets, typically orbiting between the orbits of Jupiter and Neptune. This specific object was discovered in 2005.
(307261) 2002 MS4
(307261) 2002 MS4 is an asteroid that is part of the main belt, which is the region of space between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter where a majority of the solar system's asteroids are found. This particular asteroid was discovered in June 2002 and is classified as a "main-belt asteroid" in the asteroid catalog.
(309239) 2007 RW10
(309239) 2007 RW10 is a trans-Neptunian object (TNO) located in the Kuiper Belt, which is a region of the solar system beyond the orbit of Neptune that contains many small icy bodies. It was discovered in September 2007 and is classified as a member of the scattered disk, a group of TNOs that have highly elliptical orbits.
(315530) 2008 AP129
(315530) 2008 AP129 is a near-Earth object classified as an asteroid. It belongs to the group of asteroids known as Apollo asteroids, which are characterized by orbits that cross Earth's orbit. This specific asteroid was discovered in January 2008 and has been monitored due to its close proximity to Earth.