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The HAT-P-2 System

2 planets Hercules

HAT-P-2 is a planetary system in the constellation Hercules hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 417 light-years from Earth.

HAT-P-2: Star and Habitable Zone

HAT-P-2

Mass
1.33 M☉

All 2 Planets in the HAT-P-2 System

PlanetTypeOrbitRadiusESIDiscovered
HAT-P-2 bHot Jupiter5.6 d0.072007
HAT-P-2 cCold Gas Giant8,500 d0.132023

Discovery History

The first planet found here, HAT-P-2 b, was discovered in 2007 using the transit method. The most recent addition, HAT-P-2 c, followed in 2023.

Frequently Asked Questions About HAT-P-2

How many planets does HAT-P-2 have?

HAT-P-2 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.

Are any planets in the HAT-P-2 system habitable?

None of the known planets in HAT-P-2 orbit within the star's habitable zone.

How far away is HAT-P-2?

HAT-P-2 is about 417 light-years from Earth in the constellation Hercules.

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