4304

4304 is a number that can be encountered in various contexts. In mathematics, it is an even integer that follows 4303 and precedes 4305. Its prime factorization is 2 * 2152, which further breaks down to 2 * 2 * 1076, and then 2 * 2 * 2 * 538, finally resulting in 2^4 * 269. This means 4304 is a composite number.

In the realm of astronomy, 4304 is the designation for a minor planet, specifically an asteroid. It belongs to the main asteroid belt, located between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. Discovered in 1982 by Japanese astronomer Takeshi Urata, it has been cataloged and studied as part of larger surveys of the solar system.

The number 4304 might also appear in other numerical sequences or datasets. Depending on the field of study, it could represent a specific measurement, a code, a reference number, or an identifier. Without further context, its significance remains purely numerical or tied to its specific astronomical designation.