The Kepler-1016 System
Kepler-1016 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 4,575 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-1016
Kepler-1016: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-1016
- Surface temperature
- 5,821 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.99 M☉
- Radius
- 1.00 R☉
- Age
- 3.9 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-1016: 0.760–1.788 AU (conservative: 0.962–1.695 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-1016 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-1016 b | Mini Neptune | 2.0 d | 2.18 R⊕ | 0.25 | 2016 |
| Kepler-1016 c | Sub Neptune | 106 d | 3.68 R⊕ | 0.33 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-1016 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
- 2016 — Kepler-1016 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-1016 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-1016
How many planets does Kepler-1016 have?
Kepler-1016 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-1016 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-1016 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-1016?
Kepler-1016 is about 4,575 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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