description 70 Panopaea Overview
70 Panopaea is a large, carbonaceous C-type asteroid in the main asteroid belt. German astronomer Hermann Goldschmidt discovered it in 1861 from his observatory in Paris. Its C-type classification identifies it as part of the dark asteroid population associated with carbon-bearing material. Its numbered designation also places it among the early discoveries made during the development of asteroid astronomy.
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What is 70 Panopaea?
70 Panopaea is a large, carbonaceous C-type asteroid in the main asteroid belt. Hermann Goldschmidt discovered it in 1861 from his observatory in Paris.
Who discovered 70 Panopaea?
German astronomer Hermann Goldschmidt discovered 70 Panopaea in 1861. The discovery was made from his observatory in Paris.
What does the C-type classification mean for 70 Panopaea?
Its C-type classification identifies 70 Panopaea as part of the dark asteroid population associated with carbon-bearing material. It is therefore different from brighter, more rocky-looking asteroid classes.
Where does 70 Panopaea orbit?
70 Panopaea orbits in the main asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. It is described as a large carbonaceous member of that region.
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