The HD 47366 System
HD 47366 is a planetary system in the constellation Canis Major hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 275 light-years from Earth.
HD 47366: Star and Habitable Zone
HD 47366
- Spectral type
- K1 III
- Surface temperature
- 4,866 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.81 M☉
- Radius
- 7.30 R☉
- Luminosity
- 26.1000 L☉
- Age
- 1.6 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of HD 47366: 4.026–9.788 AU (conservative: 5.100–9.280 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the HD 47366 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HD 47366 b | Cold Gas Giant | 360 d | — | 0.12 | 2016 |
| HD 47366 c | Cold Gas Giant | 678 d | — | 0.18 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, HD 47366 b, was discovered in 2016 using the radial velocity method.
- 2016 — HD 47366 b (Radial Velocity)
- 2016 — HD 47366 c (Radial Velocity)
Frequently Asked Questions About HD 47366
How many planets does HD 47366 have?
HD 47366 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the HD 47366 system habitable?
None of the known planets in HD 47366 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is HD 47366?
HD 47366 is about 275 light-years from Earth in the constellation Canis Major.
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