10038

10038 is a minor planet in the asteroid belt, located between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. It was discovered on October 29, 1989, by astronomers Eleanor F. Helin and Kenneth J. Lawrence at the Palomar Observatory in California, United States. The asteroid is approximately 10 kilometers in diameter and has an orbital period of about 4.3 years. It is classified as a main-belt asteroid, which means it orbits the Sun in the same region as most other asteroids.

The designation "10038" refers to its sequential number in the Minor Planet Center's catalog of asteroids. The name "10038" is its provisional designation, which is used until it is officially named by the International Astronomical Union. As of now, it does not have an official name.

The orbit of 10038 is relatively stable, with a low eccentricity and inclination. Its semi-major axis is approximately 2.6 astronomical units (AU), which places it within the inner region of the asteroid belt. The asteroid's spectral type is not yet determined, but it is likely to be a common type found in the asteroid belt, such as C-type or S-type.

10038 is not a near-Earth object, meaning it does not pose a significant threat to Earth. Its orbit does not bring it close enough to our planet to be considered a potential impact hazard. However, like all asteroids, it is a subject of interest for astronomers studying the formation and evolution of the solar system.