The TOI-4600 System
TOI-4600 is a planetary system in the constellation Draco hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 705 light-years from Earth. One of its planets orbits within the habitable zone, where liquid water could exist on a planetary surface.
Size Comparison: The Planets of TOI-4600
TOI-4600: Star and Habitable Zone
TOI-4600
- Spectral type
- K V
- Surface temperature
- 5,170 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.89 M☉
- Radius
- 0.81 R☉
- Luminosity
- 0.4200 L☉
- Age
- 2.3 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of TOI-4600: 0.503–1.209 AU (conservative: 0.638–1.146 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the TOI-4600 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOI-4600 b | Cold Gas Giant | 83 d | 6.80 R⊕ | 0.34 | 2023 |
| TOI-4600 c HZ | Cold Gas Giant | 483 d | 9.42 R⊕ | 0.32 | 2023 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, TOI-4600 b, was discovered in 2023 using the transit method.
- 2023 — TOI-4600 b (Transit)
- 2023 — TOI-4600 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About TOI-4600
How many planets does TOI-4600 have?
TOI-4600 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the TOI-4600 system habitable?
One planet in the system orbits within the habitable zone, where liquid water could exist. Actual habitability depends on atmospheres and composition, which are not yet known.
How far away is TOI-4600?
TOI-4600 is about 705 light-years from Earth in the constellation Draco.