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Main-belt asteroids are a group of asteroids that are located between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter in our solar system. They are the most numerous and diverse population of asteroids, with over 1 million known members ranging in size from a few meters to several hundred kilometers in diameter. Main-belt asteroids are believed to be remnants from the early solar system that have not coalesced into planets. Studying main-belt asteroids can provide valuable insights into the formation and evolution of our solar system, as well as the potential resources that may be available in asteroids for future space exploration and mining. Research on main-belt asteroids includes studying their compositions, shapes, sizes, orbits, and potential impact hazards.