5.95
Apparent Mag41
Distance (ly)G8V
Spectral Type5,196
Temperature (K)55 Cancri is a Sun-like star hosting five known exoplanets. One of them, 55 Cancri e, is a super-Earth that may have a lava surface.
Stellar Data
Apparent Magnitude5.95
Absolute Magnitude5.46
Distance41 light-years
Spectral TypeG8V
Temperature5,196 K
Luminosity0.63 L☉
Radius0.943 R☉
Mass0.905 M☉
Right Ascension08h 52m 35.8s
Declination+28° 19′ 50.9″
ConstellationCancer
Notable Facts
- 55 Cancri has five confirmed exoplanets
- 55 Cancri e may have a lava ocean on its surface
- It is one of the most planet-rich systems known