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can dual star and triple star have planet around it ( possible ? ) . alpha centauri is a triple star right ? is it having any planet around it ? thanks for any response in advance .
abstract said:A comprehensive approach is provided to the study of both S-type and P-type habitability in stellar binary systems, which in principle can also be expanded to systems of higher order. P-type orbits occur when the planet orbits both binary components, whereas in case of S-type orbits the planet orbits only one of the binary components with the second component considered a perturbator.
Bandersnatch said:So whether Alpha Centauri system actually does have a planet or planets is still unknown. There's certainly little in the way of physics to make it impossible.
Yes, it is possible for a triple star system to have a planet orbiting around it. The presence of multiple stars in a system does not necessarily prevent the formation of planets.
The gravitational pull of three stars can have varying effects on a planet, depending on the distance and orientation of the stars. It can lead to unstable orbits or cause the planet to be ejected from the system. However, there are also cases where the planet can have a stable orbit around all three stars.
Yes, there are several known triple star systems with confirmed planets, such as HD 132563, HD 188753, and KELT-4AB. These systems provide evidence that planets can exist in complex, multi-star systems.
Astronomers use various techniques to detect planets in a triple star system. This includes the transit method, where the planet's orbit causes a dip in the brightness of the stars, and the radial velocity method, where the gravitational pull of the planet causes the stars to wobble. They can also use direct imaging, where the planet is directly observed using powerful telescopes.
It is theoretically possible for a planet in a triple star system to have habitable conditions. However, the presence of multiple stars can make it challenging to maintain a stable climate. The planet would need to be in the habitable zone of all three stars and have the right atmospheric conditions to support life.