The Wolf 1061 System
Wolf 1061 is a planetary system in the constellation Ophiuchus hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 14 light-years from Earth. One of its planets orbits within the habitable zone, where liquid water could exist on a planetary surface.
Wolf 1061: Star and Habitable Zone
Wolf 1061
- Spectral type
- M3.5
- Surface temperature
- 3,342 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.29 M☉
- Radius
- 0.31 R☉
- Luminosity
- 0.0102 L☉
Habitable zone of Wolf 1061: 0.083–0.216 AU (conservative: 0.105–0.205 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Wolf 1061 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolf 1061 b | Terrestrial | 4.9 d | — | 0.46 | 2015 |
| Wolf 1061 c HZ | Super Earth | 18 d | — | 0.80 | 2015 |
| Wolf 1061 d | Super Earth | 217 d | — | 0.29 | 2015 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Wolf 1061 b, was discovered in 2015 using the radial velocity method.
- 2015 — Wolf 1061 b (Radial Velocity)
- 2015 — Wolf 1061 c (Radial Velocity)
- 2015 — Wolf 1061 d (Radial Velocity)
Frequently Asked Questions About Wolf 1061
How many planets does Wolf 1061 have?
Wolf 1061 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Wolf 1061 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 Wolf 1061?
Wolf 1061 is about 14 light-years from Earth in the constellation Ophiuchus.
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