Nereus

(1982 DB )
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NOW @ 3 CAP 15
FOUND @ 1 SCO 31
 
Inclination: 1.454
Eccentricity: 0.359
Period: 1.81 years
AU 1.485
Type: 8803

Discovery Chart

28.2.1982 10:59 Palomar 116w51 33n21 observations 1


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Named for the ancient Greek god Nereus, a son of Pontus and Gaia {see planet  (1184)}. A benevolent sea-god associated with ancient origins (mythology, if not science), he had the power of prophecy. (M 19338) _ _.


Discovered on 28-2-1982 in Palomar by Helin, E. F.

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