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128 Nemesis is a main-belt asteroid discovered in 1872 by the American astronomer James Craig Watson. It was named after Nemesis, the Greek goddess associated with retribution and the punishment of excessive pride. The asteroid is classified as a C-type body, a dark class commonly linked with carbon-bearing material. Its orbit places it in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.
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When was 128 Nemesis discovered?
128 Nemesis was discovered in 1872 by the American astronomer James Craig Watson. It is a main-belt asteroid.
Who discovered 128 Nemesis?
James Craig Watson discovered the asteroid in 1872. Watson was an American astronomer whose name is associated with the discovery.
Why is the asteroid called Nemesis?
It was named after Nemesis, the Greek goddess associated with retribution and punishment for excessive pride. The name follows the tradition of giving asteroids mythological names.
What type of asteroid is 128 Nemesis?
128 Nemesis is classified as a C-type asteroid. C-type bodies are dark and carbon-rich compared with many brighter asteroid classes, and they are common in the main belt.
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