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149 Medusa is a main-belt asteroid discovered by James Craig Watson in 1875. It is classified as an S-type asteroid, a category generally associated with stony, silicate-rich material, and its name comes from Medusa, the Gorgon of Greek mythology. The asteroid has a rotation period of slightly more than 26 hours, a property measured through observations of changes in its brightness.
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What kind of asteroid is 149 Medusa?
149 Medusa is an S-type asteroid in the main asteroid belt. S-type asteroids are generally associated with stony, silicate-rich material.
Who discovered 149 Medusa?
James Craig Watson discovered 149 Medusa in 1875. Its discovery places it among the early cataloged minor planets of the main belt.
Why is it called Medusa?
The name refers to Medusa, the Gorgon from Greek mythology. Astronomical bodies are often named after figures from mythology, literature, or history.
Where is 149 Medusa located?
149 Medusa is located in the main asteroid belt between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. It is therefore not a near-Earth asteroid based on the catalog description provided.
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