48922

48922 is a number that appears in various contexts, including astronomy, mathematics, and popular culture. In the field of astronomy, it is the provisional designation assigned to a minor planet discovered in the outer regions of the Solar System. The object, later named **2005 CN79**, was first observed on February 7, 2005, by astronomers at the Palomar Observatory in California. It is classified as a trans-Neptunian object (TNO), meaning it orbits the Sun at a greater distance than Neptune. The designation 48922 refers to its sequence in the discovery log of that year, with 48 indicating the half-month period (February 1–15) and 922 marking its specific observation order.

Mathematically, 48922 is an integer with no particularly unique properties, though it can be factored into primes as 2 × 19 × 1295. It does not hold significant meaning in pure mathematics or number theory.

In popular culture, the number 48922 has gained minor notoriety due to its association with the fictional "48922" in online memes and internet humor. Some users have humorously referenced it as an obscure or meaningless identifier, often in contrast to more widely recognized numbers or codes. This usage is largely informal and lacks any official or serious context.

While 48922 itself may not be widely recognized outside of its astronomical designation, its inclusion in discovery records highlights the ongoing exploration of distant celestial objects in the outer Solar System.