2865C

2865C is an asteroid located within the asteroid belt, specifically classified as a Main Belt asteroid. It was discovered on May 10, 1982, by astronomer Elizabeth Roemer at the Palomar Observatory. The designation "2865C" is a provisional identifier, with its official catalog number being 2865.

The asteroid has an approximate diameter of 8 to 12 kilometers, although precise measurements vary depending on observational methods. Its composition is believed to be primarily silicate with possible metallic content, making it a stony asteroid. Its orbit ranges from approximately 2.2 to 3.3 astronomical units (AU) from the Sun, with an orbital period of around 4.8 years.

2865C exhibits an elliptical orbit and a relatively moderate inclination, which is typical of many main belt asteroids. Its rotational period is estimated to be roughly 5.4 hours, based on light curve observations. The asteroid's albedo, or reflectivity, suggests a surface that is moderately reflective, consistent with silicate-rich compositions.

Due to its location and size, 2865C is of interest for scientific research related to the composition and dynamics of the asteroid belt. It has not been identified as a near-Earth object and poses no significant impact threat to Earth. Its study contributes to the broader understanding of the early solar system's formation and the evolutionary processes of small bodies in space.

No known missions have targeted 2865C specifically, but it remains a candidate for future observational studies and potential asteroid exploration endeavors.