The HD 33844 System
2 planets
Lepus
HD 33844 is a planetary system in the constellation Lepus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 345 light-years from Earth.
HD 33844: Star and Habitable Zone
HD 33844
- Surface temperature
- 4,861 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.84 M☉
- Radius
- 5.39 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of HD 33844: 3.007–7.312 AU (conservative: 3.809–6.933 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the HD 33844 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HD 33844 b | Cold Gas Giant | 551 d | — | 0.22 | 2015 |
| HD 33844 c | Cold Gas Giant | 916 d | — | 0.30 | 2015 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, HD 33844 b, was discovered in 2015 using the radial velocity method.
- 2015 — HD 33844 b (Radial Velocity)
- 2015 — HD 33844 c (Radial Velocity)
Frequently Asked Questions About HD 33844
How many planets does HD 33844 have?
HD 33844 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the HD 33844 system habitable?
None of the known planets in HD 33844 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is HD 33844?
HD 33844 is about 345 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lepus.