The HD 45184 System
2 planets
Canis Major
HD 45184 is a planetary system in the constellation Canis Major hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 72 light-years from Earth.
HD 45184: Star and Habitable Zone
HD 45184
- Spectral type
- G1.5 V
- Surface temperature
- 5,869 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.03 M☉
- Luminosity
- 1.1300 L☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of HD 45184: 0.793–1.865 AU (conservative: 1.005–1.768 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the HD 45184 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HD 45184 b | Neptune-like | 5.9 d | — | 0.19 | 2019 |
| HD 45184 c | Super Earth | 13 d | — | 0.23 | 2019 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, HD 45184 b, was discovered in 2019 using the radial velocity method.
- 2019 — HD 45184 b (Radial Velocity)
- 2019 — HD 45184 c (Radial Velocity)
Frequently Asked Questions About HD 45184
How many planets does HD 45184 have?
HD 45184 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the HD 45184 system habitable?
None of the known planets in HD 45184 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is HD 45184?
HD 45184 is about 72 light-years from Earth in the constellation Canis Major.