The Kepler-1312 System
Kepler-1312 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 976 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-1312
Kepler-1312: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-1312
- Surface temperature
- 5,719 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.99 M☉
- Radius
- 0.92 R☉
- Age
- 2.0 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-1312: 0.679–1.602 AU (conservative: 0.860–1.519 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-1312 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-1312 b | Mini Neptune | 5.4 d | 2.10 R⊕ | 0.26 | 2016 |
| Kepler-1312 c | Terrestrial | 1.1 d | 1.03 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-1312 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-1312 c, followed in 2021.
- 2016 — Kepler-1312 b (Transit)
- 2021 — Kepler-1312 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-1312
How many planets does Kepler-1312 have?
Kepler-1312 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-1312 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-1312 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-1312?
Kepler-1312 is about 976 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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