description HD 34445 b Overview
HD 34445 b is a giant exoplanet orbiting HD 34445, a Sun-like star about 152 light-years from Earth. It was discovered through radial-velocity observations made with the Keck Observatory and reported in 2009. The planet has a long orbital period compared with hot Jupiters, so it is commonly grouped with cold or long-period giant exoplanets. Its detection comes from the gravitational motion it induces in the host star, rather than from a recorded transit across the star's disk.
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What kind of planet is HD 34445 b?
HD 34445 b is a giant exoplanet orbiting the Sun-like star HD 34445. It is not a typical hot Jupiter because its orbital period is relatively long.
How was HD 34445 b discovered?
It was found through radial-velocity observations made with the Keck Observatory. The discovery was reported in 2009.
How far is HD 34445 from Earth?
HD 34445 is approximately 152 light-years from Earth. Its planet was detected by measuring the star's small motion caused by the orbiting giant.
Is HD 34445 b a hot Jupiter?
No, it is described as having a long orbital period compared with hot Jupiters. Hot Jupiters usually orbit very close to their stars, while HD 34445 b is a more distant giant planet.
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