226443

226443 is a number that primarily appears in the context of astronomical and mathematical studies, particularly within the field of minor planet designation. It is the catalog number assigned to a main-belt asteroid discovered on October 26, 2007, by astronomers at the Palomar Observatory in California, United States. The asteroid was initially designated as 2007 UJ12 before receiving its permanent number upon confirmation of its orbit.

The object orbits the Sun within the main asteroid belt, located between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. Its approximate diameter is estimated to be around 2.5 kilometers, though precise measurements can vary based on observational data. Like many asteroids, 226443 follows an elliptical orbit with a period of roughly 4.5 years. Its composition and surface properties remain largely unstudied, as it does not exhibit notable spectral features that would suggest unusual materials.

The naming of asteroids typically follows specific conventions set by the International Astronomical Union (IAU). As of current records, 226443 has not yet been officially named, meaning it retains its catalog number as its primary identifier. The process of naming an asteroid involves proposal, review, and approval by the IAU, which ensures consistency and avoids duplication.

Beyond its designation as an asteroid, 226443 holds no significant cultural, historical, or scientific prominence outside of its role in planetary science. Its study contributes to broader research on the formation and distribution of objects in the solar system, particularly within the main asteroid belt. Observations of such bodies help scientists refine models of planetary dynamics and the early solar system.