The Kepler-112 System
Kepler-112 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,674 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-112
Kepler-112: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-112
- Surface temperature
- 5,544 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.84 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-112: 0.589–1.397 AU (conservative: 0.746–1.325 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-112 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-112 b | Mini Neptune | 8.4 d | 2.36 R⊕ | 0.25 | 2014 |
| Kepler-112 c | Mini Neptune | 29 d | 2.40 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-112 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-112 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-112 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-112
How many planets does Kepler-112 have?
Kepler-112 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-112 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-112 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-112?
Kepler-112 is about 1,674 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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