The Kepler-1073 System
Kepler-1073 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,642 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-1073
Kepler-1073: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-1073
- Surface temperature
- 5,792 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.00 M☉
- Radius
- 1.00 R☉
- Age
- 3.7 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-1073: 0.753–1.774 AU (conservative: 0.954–1.682 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-1073 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-1073 b | Mini Neptune | 8.7 d | 2.30 R⊕ | 0.25 | 2016 |
| Kepler-1073 c | Super Earth | 4.0 d | 1.64 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2016 |
| Kepler-1073 d | Super Earth | 2.5 d | 1.49 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-1073 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-1073 d, followed in 2021.
- 2016 — Kepler-1073 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-1073 c (Transit)
- 2021 — Kepler-1073 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-1073
How many planets does Kepler-1073 have?
Kepler-1073 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-1073 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-1073 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-1073?
Kepler-1073 is about 2,642 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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