32255

32255 is a minor planet located in the outer region of the asteroid belt between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. It was discovered on October 27, 2000, by astronomers at the Lincoln Near-Earth Asteroid Research (LINEAR) program, a collaborative project between the United States Air Force, NASA, and MIT. The asteroid was given the provisional designation 2000 UO111 before being officially numbered and named.

32255 is classified as a main-belt asteroid, meaning it orbits the Sun primarily within the asteroid belt. Its orbit has a semi-major axis of approximately 3.1 astronomical units (AU), taking roughly 5.5 years to complete one revolution around the Sun. The asteroid has an estimated diameter of about 1.5 kilometers, though its exact size and composition remain uncertain.

Little is known about 32255 beyond its orbital characteristics. It does not appear to have any notable spectral features that would indicate a specific type of asteroid, such as a carbonaceous (C-type) or silicate-rich (S-type) composition. Due to its small size and distance from Earth, it has not been extensively studied, and no missions have been directed toward it.

Asteroids like 32255 are important for understanding the early solar system, as they are remnants of the planetary formation process. Their study helps scientists learn about the conditions and materials present during the formation of the planets. While 32255 itself has not garnered significant attention, it contributes to the broader knowledge of the asteroid belt and its role in the solar system.