1499 Pori

1499 Pori is a main-belt asteroid discovered on October 15, 1938, by Yrjö Väisälä at Turku Observatory in Finland. It is named after the Finnish city of Pori, located on the west coast of Finland.

Discovery and Naming:

The asteroid was discovered as part of Väisälä's extensive asteroid search program. The naming convention follows the practice of associating discoveries with places of significance, particularly within Finland, honoring the city where Väisälä conducted much of his astronomical research.

Orbital Characteristics:

1499 Pori orbits the Sun in the main asteroid belt, located between Mars and Jupiter. Its orbital period, eccentricity, and inclination are characteristic of asteroids in this region. Precise orbital parameters are maintained by the Minor Planet Center.

Physical Properties:

Determining the exact physical properties of 1499 Pori, such as its size, composition, and albedo, requires observational data gathered through various techniques, including photometry and spectroscopy. Available data suggests it is likely a relatively small asteroid.

Significance:

1499 Pori is significant as part of the broader population of asteroids in the solar system. These objects are remnants from the early formation of the solar system and their study contributes to our understanding of its origins and evolution. Furthermore, the naming of the asteroid serves as a connection to Finnish astronomical history and the city of Pori.