The EPIC 212737443 System
EPIC 212737443 is a planetary system in the constellation Virgo hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,097 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of EPIC 212737443
EPIC 212737443: Star and Habitable Zone
EPIC 212737443
- Spectral type
- K3
- Surface temperature
- 4,684 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.69 M☉
- Radius
- 0.67 R☉
Habitable zone of EPIC 212737443: 0.351–0.861 AU (conservative: 0.445–0.816 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the EPIC 212737443 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPIC 212737443 b | Mini Neptune | 14 d | 2.59 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2019 |
| EPIC 212737443 c | Mini Neptune | 66 d | 2.69 R⊕ | 0.60 | 2019 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, EPIC 212737443 b, was discovered in 2019 using the transit method.
- 2019 — EPIC 212737443 b (Transit)
- 2019 — EPIC 212737443 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About EPIC 212737443
How many planets does EPIC 212737443 have?
EPIC 212737443 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the EPIC 212737443 system habitable?
None of the known planets in EPIC 212737443 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is EPIC 212737443?
EPIC 212737443 is about 1,097 light-years from Earth in the constellation Virgo.
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