The GJ 849 System
GJ 849 is a planetary system in the constellation Aquarius hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 29 light-years from Earth.
GJ 849: Star and Habitable Zone
GJ 849
- Spectral type
- M3.5
- Surface temperature
- 3,467 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.45 M☉
- Radius
- 0.45 R☉
- Luminosity
- 0.0257 L☉
Habitable zone of GJ 849: 0.131–0.341 AU (conservative: 0.166–0.323 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the GJ 849 System
Discovery History
The first planet found here, GJ 849 b, was discovered in 2006 using the radial velocity method. The most recent addition, GJ 849 c, followed in 2014.
Frequently Asked Questions About GJ 849
How many planets does GJ 849 have?
GJ 849 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the GJ 849 system habitable?
None of the known planets in GJ 849 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is GJ 849?
GJ 849 is about 29 light-years from Earth in the constellation Aquarius.
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