HR 8799 C
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Discovered | November 13, 2008 |
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Orbital period | 232 years |
Orbits | HR 8799 |
Mean density | 3. 2+1. 3; −0. 7 kg m−3 |
Discovered by | Marois et al |
Discovery site | Keck Observatory |
Gemini Observatory | |
Date of Reg. | |
Date of Upd. | |
ID | 2965831 |
About HR 8799 C
HR 8799 c is an extrasolar planet located approximately 129 light-years away in the constellation of Pegasus, orbiting the 6th magnitude Lambda Boötis star HR 8799. This planet has a mass between 5 and 10 Jupiter masses and a radius from 20 to 30% larger than Jupiter's.