AsteroidNear-Earth ObjectPotentially Hazardous
242450
Apollo
Also known as: 242450 (2004 QY2)
Overview
242450 is an asteroid classified in the Apollo orbit class. It is a Near-Earth Object (NEO). It has been identified as potentially hazardous. Its estimated diameter is 2.91 km. It was discovered on 2004-Aug-20 by Siding Spring Survey.
Key Measurements
Type
Asteroid
Orbit Class
Apollo
Diameter
2.91
km
0.01 km1,000 km
Absolute Magnitude
14.6
H
DimBright
Near-Earth Object
Yes
Potentially Hazardous
Yes
Discovered
2004-Aug-20
Discoverer
Siding Spring Survey
Diameter
2.91 km
Absolute Magnitude (H)
14.6
Orbit Class
Apollo
Body Type
asteroid
Near-Earth Object
Yes
Potentially Hazardous
Yes
Data Sources
Source ID: 20242450