The HD 51608 System
HD 51608 is a planetary system in the constellation Carina hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 114 light-years from Earth.
HD 51608: Star and Habitable Zone
HD 51608
- Spectral type
- G7 V
- Surface temperature
- 5,358 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.80 M☉
- Luminosity
- 0.5700 L☉
Habitable zone of HD 51608: 0.581–1.385 AU (conservative: 0.735–1.313 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the HD 51608 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HD 51608 b | Neptune-like | 14 d | — | 0.21 | 2019 |
| HD 51608 c | Neptune-like | 96 d | — | 0.41 | 2019 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, HD 51608 b, was discovered in 2019 using the radial velocity method.
- 2019 — HD 51608 b (Radial Velocity)
- 2019 — HD 51608 c (Radial Velocity)
Frequently Asked Questions About HD 51608
How many planets does HD 51608 have?
HD 51608 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the HD 51608 system habitable?
None of the known planets in HD 51608 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is HD 51608?
HD 51608 is about 114 light-years from Earth in the constellation Carina.
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