Star-planet interactions and selection effects from planet detection methods

• Published in: arXiv.org
• Main Authors: Poppenhaeger, K, J H M M Schmitt
• Format: Paper Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Ithaca Cornell University Library, arXiv.org 01.03.2013
• Subjects: Physics - Earth and Planetary Astrophysics; Physics - Solar and Stellar Astrophysics; Planet detection; Sampling methods; Stellar activity

Planets may have effects on their host stars by tidal or magnetic interaction. Such star-planet interactions are thought to enhance the activity level of the host star. However, stellar activity also affects the sensitivity of planet detection methods. Samples of planet-hosting stars which are inves...