The TOI-2096 System
2 planets
Draco
TOI-2096 is a planetary system in the constellation Draco hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 158 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of TOI-2096
TOI-2096: Star and Habitable Zone
TOI-2096
- Spectral type
- M4
- Surface temperature
- 3,300 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.23 M☉
- Radius
- 0.24 R☉
- Luminosity
- 0.0059 L☉
- Age
- 4.0 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of TOI-2096: 0.063–0.165 AU (conservative: 0.080–0.157 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the TOI-2096 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOI-2096 b | Terrestrial | 3.1 d | 1.24 R⊕ | 0.42 | 2023 |
| TOI-2096 c | Super Earth | 6.4 d | 1.91 R⊕ | 0.54 | 2023 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, TOI-2096 b, was discovered in 2023 using the transit method.
- 2023 — TOI-2096 b (Transit)
- 2023 — TOI-2096 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About TOI-2096
How many planets does TOI-2096 have?
TOI-2096 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the TOI-2096 system habitable?
None of the known planets in TOI-2096 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is TOI-2096?
TOI-2096 is about 158 light-years from Earth in the constellation Draco.