The GJ 876 System
4 planets
Aquarius
GJ 876 is a planetary system in the constellation Aquarius hosting 4 confirmed exoplanets, about 15 light-years from Earth.
GJ 876: Star and Habitable Zone
GJ 876
- Mass
- 0.32 M☉
- Radius
- 0.30 R☉
- Luminosity
- 0.0124 L☉
- Age
- 1.0 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
All 4 Planets in the GJ 876 System
Discovery History
The first planet found here, GJ 876 b, was discovered in 1998 using the radial velocity method. The most recent addition, GJ 876 e, followed in 2010.
Frequently Asked Questions About GJ 876
How many planets does GJ 876 have?
GJ 876 has 4 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the GJ 876 system habitable?
None of the known planets in GJ 876 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is GJ 876?
GJ 876 is about 15 light-years from Earth in the constellation Aquarius.
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