The HD 106315 System
HD 106315 is a planetary system in the constellation Virgo hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 357 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of HD 106315
HD 106315: Star and Habitable Zone
HD 106315
- Spectral type
- F5 V
- Surface temperature
- 6,327 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.09 M☉
- Radius
- 1.30 R☉
- Age
- 4.5 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of HD 106315: 1.128–2.626 AU (conservative: 1.429–2.489 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the HD 106315 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HD 106315 b | Super Earth | 9.6 d | 2.44 R⊕ | 0.24 | 2017 |
| HD 106315 c | Neptune-like | 21 d | 4.35 R⊕ | 0.18 | 2017 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, HD 106315 b, was discovered in 2017 using the transit method.
- 2017 — HD 106315 b (Transit)
- 2017 — HD 106315 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About HD 106315
How many planets does HD 106315 have?
HD 106315 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the HD 106315 system habitable?
None of the known planets in HD 106315 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is HD 106315?
HD 106315 is about 357 light-years from Earth in the constellation Virgo.
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