Exoplanet : GJ 1061 c (Gliese 1061c) The Rocky one with the red dwarf - SpaceArt Illustration
Gliese 1061 c, also known as GJ 1061 c, is a rocky exoplanet discovered in 2020 orbiting the red dwarf star Gliese 1061, located just 12 light-years from Earth.
The question of whether Gliese 1061 c is truly habitable remains open for debate.
Further studies are needed to understand its atmosphere, whether it's dense enough to retain water, and if it possesses the necessary elements for life, like carbon and oxygen.
The close proximity to its star could also impact habitability due to tidal forces and intense stellar radiation.
Far away Space view illustration of exoplanet Gliese 1061c
Size: 1.74 times Earth's mass
Distance: 12 light-years
Star: Red dwarf (Gliese 1061)
Habitable zone: Yes
Surface temperature: Estimated 55-70 °C
Habitability: Uncertain, ongoing research
Gliese 1061 c represents an exciting target in the search for extraterrestrial life due to its proximity and potential habitability.
Future observations and analysis will be crucial in determining if this exoplanet possesses the conditions necessary to support life.