The HD 73526 System
2 planets
Vela
HD 73526 is a planetary system in the constellation Vela hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 317 light-years from Earth.
HD 73526: Star and Habitable Zone
HD 73526
- Surface temperature
- 5,601 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.14 M☉
- Radius
- 1.53 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of HD 73526: 1.090–2.582 AU (conservative: 1.381–2.448 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the HD 73526 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HD 73526 b | Cold Gas Giant | 188 d | — | 0.23 | 2002 |
| HD 73526 c | Cold Gas Giant | 379 d | — | 0.34 | 2005 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, HD 73526 b, was discovered in 2002 using the radial velocity method. The most recent addition, HD 73526 c, followed in 2005.
- 2002 — HD 73526 b (Radial Velocity)
- 2005 — HD 73526 c (Radial Velocity)
Frequently Asked Questions About HD 73526
How many planets does HD 73526 have?
HD 73526 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the HD 73526 system habitable?
None of the known planets in HD 73526 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is HD 73526?
HD 73526 is about 317 light-years from Earth in the constellation Vela.