The HD 60532 System
HD 60532 is a planetary system in the constellation Puppis hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 85 light-years from Earth.
HD 60532: Star and Habitable Zone
HD 60532
- Surface temperature
- 6,245 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.50 M☉
- Radius
- 2.57 R☉
- Age
- 2.8 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of HD 60532: 2.190–5.105 AU (conservative: 2.774–4.840 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the HD 60532 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HD 60532 b | Cold Gas Giant | 202 d | — | 0.12 | 2008 |
| HD 60532 c | Cold Gas Giant | 600 d | — | 0.26 | 2008 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, HD 60532 b, was discovered in 2008 using the radial velocity method.
- 2008 — HD 60532 b (Radial Velocity)
- 2008 — HD 60532 c (Radial Velocity)
Frequently Asked Questions About HD 60532
How many planets does HD 60532 have?
HD 60532 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the HD 60532 system habitable?
None of the known planets in HD 60532 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is HD 60532?
HD 60532 is about 85 light-years from Earth in the constellation Puppis.
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