The Kepler-141 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-141 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 982 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-141
Kepler-141: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-141
- Surface temperature
- 4,910 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.79 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-141: 0.447–1.085 AU (conservative: 0.566–1.028 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-141 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-141 b | Terrestrial | 3.1 d | 0.69 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-141 c | Super Earth | 7.0 d | 1.41 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-141 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-141 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-141 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-141
How many planets does Kepler-141 have?
Kepler-141 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-141 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-141 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-141?
Kepler-141 is about 982 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.