The Kepler-1468 System
Kepler-1468 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 6,195 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-1468
Kepler-1468: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-1468
- Surface temperature
- 5,794 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.07 M☉
- Radius
- 1.50 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-1468: 1.128–2.656 AU (conservative: 1.429–2.518 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-1468 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-1468 b | Super Earth | 8.2 d | 1.73 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2016 |
| Kepler-1468 c | Terrestrial | 3.5 d | 1.15 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2016 |
| Kepler-1468 d | Sub Neptune | 20 d | 3.33 R⊕ | 0.20 | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-1468 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-1468 d, followed in 2021.
- 2016 — Kepler-1468 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-1468 c (Transit)
- 2021 — Kepler-1468 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-1468
How many planets does Kepler-1468 have?
Kepler-1468 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-1468 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-1468 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-1468?
Kepler-1468 is about 6,195 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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