AsteroidNear-Earth ObjectPotentially Hazardous

462959

Apollo

Also known as: 462959 (2011 DU)

Overview

462959 is an asteroid classified in the Apollo orbit class. It is a Near-Earth Object (NEO). It has been identified as potentially hazardous. It was discovered on 2011-Feb-22 by Spacewatch.

Key Measurements

Type

Asteroid

Orbit Class

Apollo

Absolute Magnitude

21.1

H

DimBright

Near-Earth Object

Yes

Potentially Hazardous

Yes

Discovered

2011-Feb-22

Discoverer

Spacewatch

Diameter

Unknown

Absolute Magnitude (H)

21.1

Orbit Class

Apollo

Body Type

asteroid

Near-Earth Object

Yes

Potentially Hazardous

Yes

Data Sources
JPL Small-Body Database

Source ID: 20462959