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38 Leda is a main-belt asteroid discovered by French astronomer Jean Chacornac in 1856. It is named for Leda, the queen of Sparta in Greek mythology and the mother of Helen of Troy in the traditional account. Mythological versions also connect Leda with the Dioscuri, Castor and Pollux, and describe Zeus and the Spartan king Tyndareus as their respective fathers. The asteroid's name reflects the use of classical figures in nineteenth-century minor-planet naming.
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What is 38 Leda?
38 Leda is a main-belt asteroid. It was discovered by French astronomer Jean Chacornac in 1856.
Who discovered asteroid 38 Leda?
Jean Chacornac discovered 38 Leda in 1856. The asteroid's name comes from Leda in Greek mythology.
Why is asteroid 38 Leda named Leda?
It is named for Leda, the queen of Sparta in Greek mythology. Traditional accounts describe her as the mother of Helen of Troy, and mythological versions also connect her with Castor and Pollux.
Where is 38 Leda located?
38 Leda is in the main asteroid belt. The supplied catalog description identifies it as a main-belt asteroid rather than a near-Earth object.
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