The GJ 682 System
GJ 682 is a planetary system in the constellation Scorpius hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 16 light-years from Earth. One of its planets orbits within the habitable zone, where liquid water could exist on a planetary surface.
GJ 682: Star and Habitable Zone
GJ 682
- Spectral type
- M3.5 V
- Surface temperature
- 3,028 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.27 M☉
- Luminosity
- 0.0020 L☉
Habitable zone of GJ 682: 0.037–0.098 AU (conservative: 0.047–0.093 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the GJ 682 System
Discovery History
The first planet found here, GJ 682 b, was discovered in 2014 using the radial velocity method.
Frequently Asked Questions About GJ 682
How many planets does GJ 682 have?
GJ 682 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the GJ 682 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 GJ 682?
GJ 682 is about 16 light-years from Earth in the constellation Scorpius.
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