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The GJ 163 System

3 planets Dorado

GJ 163 is a planetary system in the constellation Dorado hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 49 light-years from Earth.

GJ 163: Star and Habitable Zone

GJ 163

All 3 Planets in the GJ 163 System

PlanetTypeOrbitRadiusESIDiscovered
GJ 163 bNeptune-like8.6 d0.392013
GJ 163 cSuper Earth26 d0.692013
GJ 163 dNeptune-like604 d0.152013

Discovery History

The first planet found here, GJ 163 b, was discovered in 2013 using the radial velocity method.

Frequently Asked Questions About GJ 163

How many planets does GJ 163 have?

GJ 163 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.

Are any planets in the GJ 163 system habitable?

None of the known planets in GJ 163 orbit within the star's habitable zone.

How far away is GJ 163?

GJ 163 is about 49 light-years from Earth in the constellation Dorado.

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