The Kepler-1600 System
Kepler-1600 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,362 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-1600
Kepler-1600: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-1600
- Surface temperature
- 5,119 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.82 M☉
- Radius
- 0.83 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-1600: 0.510–1.227 AU (conservative: 0.646–1.163 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-1600 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-1600 b | Sub Neptune | 386 d | 3.13 R⊕ | 0.56 | 2016 |
| Kepler-1600 c | Super Earth | 7.3 d | 1.94 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-1600 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-1600 c, followed in 2021.
- 2016 — Kepler-1600 b (Transit)
- 2021 — Kepler-1600 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-1600
How many planets does Kepler-1600 have?
Kepler-1600 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-1600 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-1600 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-1600?
Kepler-1600 is about 3,362 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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