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30 Urania is a numbered asteroid in the inner part of the main asteroid belt. John Russell Hind discovered it in 1854, and its name refers to Urania, the Greek Muse associated with astronomy. The asteroid is classified as S-type, a category of stony bodies, and is known for having a relatively high albedo, meaning that it reflects more sunlight than darker asteroid classes.
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What is 30 Urania?
30 Urania is a numbered asteroid in the inner part of the main asteroid belt. John Russell Hind discovered it in 1854.
Who discovered 30 Urania?
English astronomer John Russell Hind discovered 30 Urania in 1854. Its name honors Urania, the Greek Muse associated with astronomy.
What type of asteroid is 30 Urania?
30 Urania is classified as an S-type asteroid, a category generally associated with stony, silicate-rich bodies. It is located in the main asteroid belt.
Why is the asteroid called Urania?
The name Urania refers to the Greek Muse of astronomy. The name fits the asteroid's place in a catalog of objects studied through astronomical observation.
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