The TOI-836 System
TOI-836 is a planetary system in the constellation Libra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 90 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of TOI-836
TOI-836: Star and Habitable Zone
TOI-836
- Spectral type
- K V
- Surface temperature
- 4,552 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.68 M☉
- Radius
- 0.67 R☉
- Age
- 5.4 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of TOI-836: 0.329–0.812 AU (conservative: 0.417–0.770 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the TOI-836 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOI-836 b | Super Earth | 3.8 d | 1.70 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2023 |
| TOI-836.01 | Super Earth | 8.6 d | 2.59 R⊕ | — | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, TOI-836.01, was discovered in 2021 using the transit method. The most recent addition, TOI-836 b, followed in 2023.
- 2021 — TOI-836.01 (Transit)
- 2023 — TOI-836 b (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About TOI-836
How many planets does TOI-836 have?
TOI-836 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the TOI-836 system habitable?
None of the known planets in TOI-836 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is TOI-836?
TOI-836 is about 90 light-years from Earth in the constellation Libra.
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