The Kepler-1050 System
Kepler-1050 is a planetary system in the constellation Draco hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,600 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-1050
Kepler-1050: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-1050
- Surface temperature
- 6,010 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.09 M☉
- Radius
- 1.13 R☉
- Age
- 3.6 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-1050: 0.905–2.119 AU (conservative: 1.146–2.009 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-1050 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-1050 b | Super Earth | 15 d | 1.60 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2016 |
| Kepler-1050 c | Super Earth | 21 d | 1.48 R⊕ | 0.31 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-1050 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
- 2016 — Kepler-1050 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-1050 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-1050
How many planets does Kepler-1050 have?
Kepler-1050 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-1050 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-1050 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-1050?
Kepler-1050 is about 1,600 light-years from Earth in the constellation Draco.
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