Change in the rotation of 2000 PH5

Relative change in the rotation period as a function of time. The observed relative variation in the rotation period is seen to change from year to year (black dots). The solid curve is the expected theoretical YORP strength derived from the 3-D shape model.

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ESO

À propos de l'image

Identification:eso0711c
Type:Graphique
Date de publication:7 mars 2007
Communiqués de presse en rapport:eso0711
Taille:1555 x 1026 px

À propos de l'objet

Nom:asteroid 2000 PH5
Type:Solar System : Interplanetary Body : Asteroid
Catégorie:Solar System

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