The Kepler-1001 System
Kepler-1001 is a planetary system in the constellation Draco hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,030 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-1001
Kepler-1001: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-1001
- Surface temperature
- 5,491 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.90 M☉
- Radius
- 0.88 R☉
- Age
- 4.7 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-1001: 0.607–1.441 AU (conservative: 0.768–1.366 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-1001 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-1001 b | Sub Neptune | 14 d | 3.15 R⊕ | 0.23 | 2016 |
| Kepler-1001 c | Super Earth | 9.2 d | 1.58 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2020 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-1001 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-1001 c, followed in 2020.
- 2016 — Kepler-1001 b (Transit)
- 2020 — Kepler-1001 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-1001
How many planets does Kepler-1001 have?
Kepler-1001 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-1001 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-1001 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-1001?
Kepler-1001 is about 3,030 light-years from Earth in the constellation Draco.
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