The EPIC 212297394 System
EPIC 212297394 is a planetary system in the constellation Virgo hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,365 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of EPIC 212297394
EPIC 212297394: Star and Habitable Zone
EPIC 212297394
- Surface temperature
- 5,171 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.83 M☉
- Radius
- 0.80 R☉
Habitable zone of EPIC 212297394: 0.498–1.195 AU (conservative: 0.630–1.133 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the EPIC 212297394 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPIC 212297394 b | Super Earth | 2.3 d | 1.48 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2019 |
| EPIC 212297394 c | Mini Neptune | 5.2 d | 2.27 R⊕ | 0.25 | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, EPIC 212297394 b, was discovered in 2019 using the transit method. The most recent addition, EPIC 212297394 c, followed in 2021.
- 2019 — EPIC 212297394 b (Transit)
- 2021 — EPIC 212297394 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About EPIC 212297394
How many planets does EPIC 212297394 have?
EPIC 212297394 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the EPIC 212297394 system habitable?
None of the known planets in EPIC 212297394 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is EPIC 212297394?
EPIC 212297394 is about 1,365 light-years from Earth in the constellation Virgo.
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