K-type asteroids

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Asteroids
gptkbp:atmosphere gptkb:none
gptkbp:available_sizes from a few hundred meters to several kilometers
gptkbp:collaboration between astronomers and planetary scientists
gptkbp:collaborations involve international space agencies
gptkbp:collection involves ground-based and space-based telescopes
gptkbp:color reddish
gptkbp:community_outreach educational programs about asteroids
gptkbp:composed_by metallic minerals
gptkbp:country some have small moons
gptkbp:discovery first identified in the 1970s
gptkbp:example gptkb:243_Ida
gptkb:433_Eros
gptkb:162173_Ryugu
gptkbp:formed formed in the early solar system
gptkbp:geological_formation can provide insights into planetary formation
gptkbp:has_spectral_type K-type
gptkbp:historical_significance contribute to understanding of solar system history
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label K-type asteroids
gptkbp:impact can cause significant damage if they collide with Earth
gptkbp:is_explored_in planned for further study
target for future missions
gptkbp:is_observed_in studied using telescopes
gptkbp:is_reflected_in moderate to high
gptkbp:light_requirement varies among different asteroids
gptkbp:location main asteroid belt
gptkbp:mechanics can collide with other celestial bodies
gptkbp:mineralogy contains silicates and metals
gptkbp:mission may include sample return missions.
targeted by missions like Hayabusa2
gptkbp:natural_resources may contain water ice
gptkbp:notable_work test theories of solar system formation
gptkbp:orbital_altitude affected by gravitational interactions
gptkbp:orbital_period varies widely
can be influenced by Jupiter's gravity
similar to other asteroids
gptkbp:population_density higher than C-type asteroids
gptkbp:potential_hazards could impact Earth
gptkbp:public_interest often featured in media and documentaries
gptkbp:relationship related to S-type asteroids
gptkbp:research important for planetary science
provide data on asteroid composition
use of radar and spectroscopy
gptkbp:research_interest study of early solar system
potential for mining
gptkbp:rotation_period can be fast or slow
gptkbp:scientific_classification part of the broader asteroid classification system
gptkbp:scientific_models help in understanding asteroid evolution
gptkbp:size varies
gptkbp:space_weathering affects surface characteristics
gptkbp:spacecraft_encounters provide close-up data
gptkbp:surface craters and grooves
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Main_Belt_of_asteroids
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6