The Kepler-1143 System
Kepler-1143 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,811 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-1143
Kepler-1143: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-1143
- Surface temperature
- 5,053 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.81 M☉
- Radius
- 0.77 R☉
- Age
- 4.8 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-1143: 0.460–1.110 AU (conservative: 0.583–1.052 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-1143 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-1143 b | Super Earth | 2.9 d | 1.67 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2016 |
| Kepler-1143 c | Sub Neptune | 211 d | 3.60 R⊕ | 0.56 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-1143 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
- 2016 — Kepler-1143 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-1143 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-1143
How many planets does Kepler-1143 have?
Kepler-1143 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-1143 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-1143 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-1143?
Kepler-1143 is about 1,811 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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