Main Belt Asteroids
Main Belt Asteroids are a group of rocky objects located between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. This region, known as the Asteroid Belt, contains millions of asteroids, ranging in size from small boulders to large bodies over 600 miles wide. They are remnants from the early solar system, providing valuable insights into its formation.
These asteroids are classified into different types based on their composition, including C-type (carbonaceous), S-type (silicaceous), and M-type (metallic). While most Main Belt Asteroids are irregularly shaped, some, like Ceres, are large enough to be considered dwarf planets.