The TOI-4342 System
2 planets
Octans
TOI-4342 is a planetary system in the constellation Octans hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 201 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of TOI-4342
TOI-4342: Star and Habitable Zone
TOI-4342
- Spectral type
- M0 V
- Surface temperature
- 3,866 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.59 M☉
- Radius
- 0.60 R☉
- Luminosity
- 0.0750 L☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of TOI-4342: 0.223–0.568 AU (conservative: 0.282–0.538 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the TOI-4342 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOI-4342 b | Super Earth | 5.5 d | 2.33 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2023 |
| TOI-4342 c | Mini Neptune | 11 d | 2.35 R⊕ | 0.34 | 2023 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, TOI-4342 b, was discovered in 2023 using the transit method.
- 2023 — TOI-4342 b (Transit)
- 2023 — TOI-4342 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About TOI-4342
How many planets does TOI-4342 have?
TOI-4342 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the TOI-4342 system habitable?
None of the known planets in TOI-4342 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is TOI-4342?
TOI-4342 is about 201 light-years from Earth in the constellation Octans.