The GJ 676 A System
4 planets
2 stars
Ara
GJ 676 A is a planetary system in the constellation Ara hosting 4 confirmed exoplanets around 2 stars, about 52 light-years from Earth.
Star GJ 676 A and Its Habitable Zone
GJ 676 A
- Mass
- 0.63 M☉
All 4 Planets in the GJ 676 A System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GJ 676 A b | Cold Gas Giant | 1,051 d | — | 0.10 | 2010 |
| GJ 676 A c | — | 13,921 d | — | 0.07 | 2016 |
| GJ 676 A d | Super Earth | 3.6 d | — | 0.29 | 2012 |
| GJ 676 A e | Super Earth | 35 d | — | 0.55 | 2012 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, GJ 676 A b, was discovered in 2010 using the radial velocity method. The most recent addition, GJ 676 A c, followed in 2016.
- 2010 — GJ 676 A b (Radial Velocity)
- 2012 — GJ 676 A d (Radial Velocity)
- 2012 — GJ 676 A e (Radial Velocity)
- 2016 — GJ 676 A c (Radial Velocity)
Frequently Asked Questions About GJ 676 A
How many planets does GJ 676 A have?
GJ 676 A has 4 confirmed exoplanets distributed around its 2 stars. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the GJ 676 A system habitable?
None of the known planets in GJ 676 A orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is GJ 676 A?
GJ 676 A is about 52 light-years from Earth in the constellation Ara.
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