The BD-06 1339 System
BD-06 1339 is a planetary system in the constellation Orion hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 66 light-years from Earth. One of its planets orbits within the habitable zone, where liquid water could exist on a planetary surface.
BD-06 1339: Star and Habitable Zone
BD-06 1339
- Spectral type
- K7/M0 V
- Surface temperature
- 4,324 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.70 M☉
- Luminosity
- 0.0951 L☉
- Age
- 4.4 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of BD-06 1339: 0.248–0.618 AU (conservative: 0.314–0.586 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the BD-06 1339 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BD-06 1339 b | Super Earth | 3.9 d | — | 0.24 | 2013 |
| BD-06 1339 c HZ | Cold Gas Giant | 126 d | — | 0.40 | 2013 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, BD-06 1339 b, was discovered in 2013 using the radial velocity method.
- 2013 — BD-06 1339 b (Radial Velocity)
- 2013 — BD-06 1339 c (Radial Velocity)
Frequently Asked Questions About BD-06 1339
How many planets does BD-06 1339 have?
BD-06 1339 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the BD-06 1339 system habitable?
One planet in the system orbits within the habitable zone, where liquid water could exist. Actual habitability depends on atmospheres and composition, which are not yet known.
How far away is BD-06 1339?
BD-06 1339 is about 66 light-years from Earth in the constellation Orion.
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