The TOI-1062 System
2 planets
Hydrus
TOI-1062 is a planetary system in the constellation Hydrus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 268 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of TOI-1062
Planets without a measured radius are not shown.
TOI-1062: Star and Habitable Zone
TOI-1062
- Spectral type
- G9 V
- Surface temperature
- 5,328 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.94 M☉
- Radius
- 0.84 R☉
- Age
- 2.5 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of TOI-1062: 0.550–1.314 AU (conservative: 0.697–1.246 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the TOI-1062 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOI-1062 b | Super Earth | 4.1 d | 2.27 R⊕ | 0.25 | 2021 |
| TOI-1062 c | Super Earth | 8.0 d | — | 0.22 | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, TOI-1062 b, was discovered in 2021 using the transit method.
- 2021 — TOI-1062 b (Transit)
- 2021 — TOI-1062 c (Radial Velocity)
Frequently Asked Questions About TOI-1062
How many planets does TOI-1062 have?
TOI-1062 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the TOI-1062 system habitable?
None of the known planets in TOI-1062 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is TOI-1062?
TOI-1062 is about 268 light-years from Earth in the constellation Hydrus.