The HD 11506 System
3 planets
Cetus
HD 11506 is a planetary system in the constellation Cetus hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 167 light-years from Earth.
HD 11506: Star and Habitable Zone
HD 11506
- Spectral type
- G0 V
- Surface temperature
- 6,123 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.22 M☉
- Age
- 2.5 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
All 3 Planets in the HD 11506 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HD 11506 b | Cold Gas Giant | 1,618 d | — | 0.29 | 2007 |
| HD 11506 c | Cold Gas Giant | 224 d | — | 0.26 | 2008 |
| HD 11506 d | — | 26,500 d | — | 0.09 | 2022 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, HD 11506 b, was discovered in 2007 using the radial velocity method. The most recent addition, HD 11506 d, followed in 2022.
- 2007 — HD 11506 b (Radial Velocity)
- 2008 — HD 11506 c (Radial Velocity)
- 2022 — HD 11506 d (Radial Velocity)
Frequently Asked Questions About HD 11506
How many planets does HD 11506 have?
HD 11506 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the HD 11506 system habitable?
None of the known planets in HD 11506 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is HD 11506?
HD 11506 is about 167 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cetus.
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