5917

The number 5917 is a natural number that follows 5916 and precedes 5918. In mathematics, it is an odd number. Its prime factorization is 5917. It is a prime number, meaning it is only divisible by 1 and itself.

In the realm of astronomy, 5917 is the designation for an asteroid. Asteroid 5917 is located in the asteroid belt, a region between Mars and Jupiter that is populated by numerous rocky bodies. The asteroid was discovered by American astronomer Schelte J. Bus at the Siding Spring Observatory in Australia in 1981.

Beyond these specific contexts, 5917 does not hold widely recognized significance in other fields such as history, mythology, or popular culture. Its primary identity remains its numerical value and its classification as a prime number and an astronomical object.