22387

22387 is a minor planet in the asteroid belt, orbiting the Sun between Mars and Jupiter. It was discovered on October 16, 1994, by astronomers at the Spacewatch program at Kitt Peak National Observatory in Arizona. The asteroid is approximately 3 kilometers in diameter and has an orbital period of about 4.3 years. Its orbit is inclined at an angle of 14.5 degrees to the ecliptic plane, and it has an eccentricity of 0.19, indicating a relatively circular orbit.

The spectral classification of 22387 is X-type, which suggests it has a primitive composition, likely consisting of carbonaceous material. This type of asteroid is of particular interest to scientists because it may contain organic compounds and water, which could provide insights into the early solar system and the origins of life on Earth.

22387 has not been visited by any spacecraft, and its surface features remain unknown. However, its classification and orbit suggest it is a valuable target for future missions aimed at studying the early solar system and the potential for life beyond Earth.