The HD 93385 System
HD 93385 is a planetary system in the constellation Vela hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 141 light-years from Earth.
HD 93385: Star and Habitable Zone
HD 93385
- Spectral type
- G2/G3 V
- Surface temperature
- 5,977 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.04 M☉
- Luminosity
- 1.6100 L☉
- Age
- 3.3 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of HD 93385: 0.941–2.206 AU (conservative: 1.192–2.091 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the HD 93385 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HD 93385 b | Super Earth | 7.3 d | — | 0.27 | 2021 |
| HD 93385 c | Super Earth | 13 d | — | 0.24 | 2021 |
| HD 93385 d | Super Earth | 46 d | — | 0.26 | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, HD 93385 b, was discovered in 2021 using the radial velocity method.
- 2021 — HD 93385 b (Radial Velocity)
- 2021 — HD 93385 c (Radial Velocity)
- 2021 — HD 93385 d (Radial Velocity)
Frequently Asked Questions About HD 93385
How many planets does HD 93385 have?
HD 93385 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the HD 93385 system habitable?
None of the known planets in HD 93385 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is HD 93385?
HD 93385 is about 141 light-years from Earth in the constellation Vela.
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