The TOI-1246 System
TOI-1246 is a planetary system in the constellation Draco hosting 4 confirmed exoplanets, about 553 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of TOI-1246
TOI-1246: Star and Habitable Zone
TOI-1246
- Spectral type
- K V
- Surface temperature
- 5,151 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.87 M☉
- Radius
- 0.86 R☉
Habitable zone of TOI-1246: 0.531–1.277 AU (conservative: 0.673–1.211 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 4 Planets in the TOI-1246 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOI-1246 b | Sub Neptune | 4.3 d | 3.01 R⊕ | 0.22 | 2022 |
| TOI-1246 c | Super Earth | 5.9 d | 2.45 R⊕ | 0.24 | 2022 |
| TOI-1246 d | Puffy Planet | 19 d | 3.43 R⊕ | 0.23 | 2022 |
| TOI-1246 e | Sub Neptune | 38 d | 3.51 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2022 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, TOI-1246 b, was discovered in 2022 using the transit method.
- 2022 — TOI-1246 b (Transit)
- 2022 — TOI-1246 c (Transit)
- 2022 — TOI-1246 d (Transit)
- 2022 — TOI-1246 e (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About TOI-1246
How many planets does TOI-1246 have?
TOI-1246 has 4 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the TOI-1246 system habitable?
None of the known planets in TOI-1246 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is TOI-1246?
TOI-1246 is about 553 light-years from Earth in the constellation Draco.
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