The HD 156668 System
HD 156668 is a planetary system in the constellation Hercules hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 79 light-years from Earth.
HD 156668: Star and Habitable Zone
HD 156668
- Surface temperature
- 4,904 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.79 M☉
- Radius
- 0.77 R☉
Habitable zone of HD 156668: 0.439–1.065 AU (conservative: 0.556–1.010 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the HD 156668 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HD 156668 b | Super Earth | 4.6 d | — | 0.26 | 2010 |
| HD 156668 c | Neptune-like | 811 d | — | 0.24 | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, HD 156668 b, was discovered in 2010 using the radial velocity method. The most recent addition, HD 156668 c, followed in 2021.
- 2010 — HD 156668 b (Radial Velocity)
- 2021 — HD 156668 c (Radial Velocity)
Frequently Asked Questions About HD 156668
How many planets does HD 156668 have?
HD 156668 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the HD 156668 system habitable?
None of the known planets in HD 156668 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is HD 156668?
HD 156668 is about 79 light-years from Earth in the constellation Hercules.
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