The Kepler-111 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-111 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,144 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-111
Kepler-111: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-111
- Surface temperature
- 5,952 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.16 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-111: 0.912–2.139 AU (conservative: 1.155–2.028 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-111 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-111 b | Super Earth | 3.3 d | 1.58 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
| Kepler-111 c | Cold Gas Giant | 225 d | 7.08 R⊕ | 0.37 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-111 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-111 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-111 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-111
How many planets does Kepler-111 have?
Kepler-111 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-111 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-111 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-111?
Kepler-111 is about 2,144 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.