description 117 Lomia Overview
Main-belt asteroid discovered by Alphonse Borrelly in 1871, named after Lamia, a child-devouring queen of Libya and monstrous figure of Greek mythology.
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Who discovered asteroid 117 Lomia?
Alphonse Borrelly discovered 117 Lomia in 1871. It is a main-belt asteroid orbiting the Sun between Mars and Jupiter.
What is the mythological origin of the name Lomia?
The name refers to Lamia, a child-devouring queen of Libya in Greek mythology. Lamia is portrayed in ancient stories as a monstrous figure.
Where is 117 Lomia located?
117 Lomia is located in the main asteroid belt. That region contains many rocky bodies orbiting the Sun between Mars and Jupiter.
Is 117 Lomia a comet?
No. 117 Lomia is classified as a main-belt asteroid. It is one of the numbered minor planets discovered and cataloged by astronomers.
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