description 61 Virginis b Overview
61 Virginis b is the innermost known planet in the 61 Virginis system, orbiting a nearby Sun-like star about 28 light-years away. It has a minimum mass of approximately 5.1 Earth masses and completes an orbit in about 4.2 days, so it is classified as a short-period super-Earth rather than an Earth analogue. The planet was identified from the small Doppler motion that its gravity induces in the host star.
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How good is 61 Virginis b?
61 Virginis b scores 6.62/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Exoplanet category.
What are the best alternatives to 61 Virginis b?
See our alternatives page for 61 Virginis b for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: HD 10180 c, HD 40307 b, 61 Virginis c.
How does 61 Virginis b compare to HD 10180 c?
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Is 61 Virginis b worth it in 2026?
With a score of 6.62/10, 61 Virginis b is a solid option in Exoplanet. See all Exoplanet ranked.
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