The EPIC 206042996 System
EPIC 206042996 is a planetary system in the constellation Aquarius hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,474 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of EPIC 206042996
EPIC 206042996: Star and Habitable Zone
EPIC 206042996
- Surface temperature
- 4,114 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.50 R☉
Habitable zone of EPIC 206042996: 0.205–0.516 AU (conservative: 0.260–0.489 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the EPIC 206042996 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPIC 206042996 b | Super Earth | 5.3 d | 1.70 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2019 |
| EPIC 206042996 c | Terrestrial | 0.4 d | 1.20 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, EPIC 206042996 b, was discovered in 2019 using the transit method. The most recent addition, EPIC 206042996 c, followed in 2021.
- 2019 — EPIC 206042996 b (Transit)
- 2021 — EPIC 206042996 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About EPIC 206042996
How many planets does EPIC 206042996 have?
EPIC 206042996 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the EPIC 206042996 system habitable?
None of the known planets in EPIC 206042996 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is EPIC 206042996?
EPIC 206042996 is about 1,474 light-years from Earth in the constellation Aquarius.
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