description 152 Atala Overview
152 Atala is a large, dark main-belt asteroid discovered by brothers Paul and Prosper Henry on November 2, 1875, at the Paris Observatory. It is classified as a primitive carbonaceous C-type asteroid, indicating its surface is rich in carbon and it has a low albedo. The asteroid was named after the heroine in the 1801 novel Atala by the French writer François-René de Chateaubriand. It follows a standard orbital path within the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.
help 152 Atala FAQ
What is 152 Atala?
152 Atala is a large, dark asteroid in the main asteroid belt. It is classified as a primitive carbonaceous C-type asteroid, which means its surface reflects relatively little sunlight and contains carbon-rich material.
Who discovered asteroid 152 Atala?
Brothers Paul and Prosper Henry discovered 152 Atala at the Paris Observatory. The discovery was made on November 2, 1875.
What does the name 152 Atala refer to?
The number 152 indicates that Atala was the 152nd asteroid to receive a permanent numbered designation. Atala is named after the title character of François-René de Chateaubriand's 1801 novella Atala.
Where is 152 Atala located?
It orbits in the main asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. Its dark C-type classification links it to the primitive material left over from the early formation of the Solar System.
explore Explore More
Similar to 152 Atala
ui.x_see_all arrow_forward
Reviews & Comments
Write a Review
Be the first to review
Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.
