Asteroid 361712 named after ancient Chinese mathematician Liu Hui, honored at a science museum ceremony.

An asteroid named 361712 has been named after ancient Chinese mathematician Liu Hui, who lived around 220-420 AD. Liu Hui is recognized for his foundational work in Chinese mathematics and his global contributions to the field. The naming was approved by the International Astronomical Union and announced at a ceremony at the China Science and Technology Museum. The asteroid was discovered by the Chinese Academy of Sciences' Purple Mountain Observatory.

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