The BD-11 4672 System
BD-11 4672 is a planetary system in the constellation Scutum hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 89 light-years from Earth.
BD-11 4672: Star and Habitable Zone
BD-11 4672
- Surface temperature
- 4,550 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.65 M☉
- Radius
- 0.64 R☉
- Luminosity
- 0.1570 L☉
- Age
- 7.4 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of BD-11 4672: 0.316–0.780 AU (conservative: 0.401–0.739 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the BD-11 4672 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BD-11 4672 b | Cold Gas Giant | 1,634 d | — | 0.09 | 2014 |
| BD-11 4672 c | Neptune-like | 74 d | — | 0.52 | 2020 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, BD-11 4672 b, was discovered in 2014 using the radial velocity method. The most recent addition, BD-11 4672 c, followed in 2020.
- 2014 — BD-11 4672 b (Radial Velocity)
- 2020 — BD-11 4672 c (Radial Velocity)
Frequently Asked Questions About BD-11 4672
How many planets does BD-11 4672 have?
BD-11 4672 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the BD-11 4672 system habitable?
None of the known planets in BD-11 4672 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is BD-11 4672?
BD-11 4672 is about 89 light-years from Earth in the constellation Scutum.
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