Abstract
Abstract
The degree of linear polarization of the main-belt asteroid 47 Aglaja was measured at low phase angles. The data obtained made it possible to construct a complete branch of the negative polarization. Comparison with asteroids of the same spectral type and having equally high albedo values showed that asteroid 47 Aglaja has a much smaller negative polarization branch, which indicates a possible difference in the chemical composition or structure of matter on the surface.
Publisher
American Astronomical Society