316241

316241 is a natural number. It is the 316,241st positive integer in the sequence of natural numbers. In decimal notation it is written as 316241; it is odd and not divisible by 2 or 5. The sum of its digits is 17, so it is not divisible by 3. Its full prime factorization is not specified here.

In astronomy, 316241 is used as the official numeric designation of a minor planet in the catalog of the International Astronomical Union. Minor planets are numbered after their orbits are confirmed, and the number is used to uniquely identify the object alongside its provisional designation and any later name. Objects with such numbers are typically small solar-system bodies orbiting the Sun, discovered by surveys and observed over time to refine their orbits.

Beyond astronomy, 316241 may appear as a six-digit identifier in various data systems, such as inventory numbers, serial codes, or postal and shipping identifiers, depending on the country and domain. As a numeric code, its meaning is context-dependent and not inherently tied to its arithmetic properties.