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(105) Artemis is a main-belt asteroid, part of the population of small bodies that orbit the Sun between Mars and Jupiter. J. C. Watson discovered it in 1868, and the name refers to Artemis, the Greek goddess associated with hunting, wilderness, and the Moon, who was traditionally regarded as Apollo's twin sister.
The numbered designation identifies it in minor-planet catalogues, while continued observations are used to refine its orbit and measure changes in brightness related to its rotation and surface.
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What is asteroid 105 Artemis?
(105) Artemis is a main-belt asteroid discovered by J. C. Watson in 1868. It orbits the Sun between Mars and Jupiter.
Where is 105 Artemis located?
105 Artemis is part of the main asteroid belt, the broad region of small bodies between Mars and Jupiter. Like other main-belt asteroids, it follows a solar orbit rather than orbiting Earth.
Why is the asteroid named Artemis?
The name refers to Artemis, the Greek goddess associated with hunting, wilderness, and the Moon. Asteroid names often draw from mythology, history, or notable people.
What does studying 105 Artemis tell astronomers?
Observations of its orbit, brightness, and spectrum help astronomers compare it with other main-belt asteroids. Such comparisons reveal differences in surface composition and the history of primitive Solar System bodies.
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