The Kepler-1047 System
Kepler-1047 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,667 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-1047
Kepler-1047: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-1047
- Surface temperature
- 5,754 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.08 M☉
- Radius
- 1.13 R☉
- Age
- 4.5 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-1047: 0.842–1.985 AU (conservative: 1.067–1.882 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-1047 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-1047 b | Mini Neptune | 56 d | 2.09 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2016 |
| Kepler-1047 c | Terrestrial | 3.2 d | 0.99 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-1047 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
- 2016 — Kepler-1047 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-1047 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-1047
How many planets does Kepler-1047 have?
Kepler-1047 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-1047 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-1047 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-1047?
Kepler-1047 is about 2,667 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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