In a celestial tribute, a minor planet has been named after China's esteemed medical scientist, Zhong Nanshan, celebrating his remarkable contributions to science. The honor was bestowed during a vibrant ceremony held on Friday in Guangdong Province, south China.
The minor planet, designated as 325136, was first discovered in 2008 by the Purple Mountain Observatory under the Chinese Academy of Sciences. This celestial body boasts an orbital eccentricity of 0.199 and an inclination of 13.159 degrees. With a semi-major diameter of 2.541 astronomical units, it maintains an average distance of 373 million kilometers from the sun, taking approximately 4.05 years to complete one orbit.
Dr. Zhong Nanshan's dedication to medical science, especially his pivotal role during public health challenges, has left an indelible mark, inspiring this astronomical homage. 🚀✨
