493332

493332 is a numerical identifier that appears in various contexts, including astronomy, computing, and numbering systems. Most notably, it is the designation for an asteroid in the outer region of the main asteroid belt. Discovered on October 26, 2002, by astronomers at the Palomar Observatory as part of the Near Earth Asteroid Tracking (NEAT) program, this asteroid is classified as a member of the outer main belt, orbiting the Sun at a distance greater than that of Mars.

The asteroid has an estimated diameter of approximately 3 kilometers and follows a relatively stable orbit with a period of around 5.5 years. Its name has not yet been officially assigned, so it remains known by its provisional designation, 493332. Observations of such objects help scientists study the composition and dynamics of the asteroid belt, contributing to broader understanding of the solar system's formation and evolution.

In other contexts, 493332 may appear as a random or arbitrary number in databases, serial numbers, or other numbering schemes. Without additional context, its significance in these cases is typically limited to identification or categorization purposes. For example, it might be used in inventory systems, software versioning, or as a placeholder in technical documentation. Its lack of widespread recognition outside of astronomy underscores its specialized role in scientific research.